Data Center Tech 2
GDH · Hillsboro, OR · 6 days ago
Information Technology$38–$40/hrInternship
About the role
The Data Center Technician supports large-scale data center deployment and operational activities, including hardware installation, structured cabling, asset management, and infrastructure support. This hands-on role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to established safety, security, and operational procedures.
Responsibilities
- Perform rack, stack, and cabling installations for servers, storage, networking, and GPU-based systems.
- Install rails, mount equipment, label assets, and maintain proper airflow and cable management.
- Connect and validate power, fiber, and copper network cabling.
- Support hardware moves, additions, and changes throughout the data center.
- Follow deployment runbooks, procedures, and engineering documentation.
- Conduct basic hardware validation, including LED and port checks and physical troubleshooting.
- Maintain accurate asset inventory, labeling, and deployment documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering and network teams during deployments, migrations, and infrastructure projects.
- Follow established ESD, safety, and security procedures.
- Support the decommissioning and removal of end-of-life hardware.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on data center experience, including rack and stack activities.
- Strong understanding of server and network rack layouts, structured cabling, including fiber and copper, and Power Distribution Units (PDUs).
- Experience installing enterprise server platforms such as Dell, Supermicro, or comparable systems.
- Ability to read and interpret rack elevation diagrams and deployment documentation.
- Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including lifting and handling equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of ESD procedures and safe handling practices for sensitive equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established technical procedures.
- Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience.
- Availability to work on-site.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Pay
$38.00 – $40.00 hourly
Schedule
This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.