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Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

TEKsystems • San Antonio, TX, US
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Job Description

  • This position is located onsite in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin so must be open to relocation

Description

Job Description

Lead Technician- 5+ years of Lead or Management experience

L4 Technician- 5+ years of dedicated DC Experience Required. Team will be handling troubleshooting of large GPU deployments inside an enterprise DC environment

L3 Technician- 3+ years of DC experience

Shifts :

A side Days : Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, & Every other Wednesday 6a - 6p

A side nights : Same days as above except 6p - 6a

B side Days : Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Every other Wednesday 6a - 6p

B side Nights : Same as Above except 6p - 6a.

Job Brief : We are seeking a highly skilled Data Center Technicians to join our IT team. The Data Center Technicians will be responsible for the break-fix of GPUs, servers, network, and cabling, as well as ticket management (ITSM). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in landing fully populated GPU or network racks within a data center environment, including rack movement, baying, leveling, grounding, hot-air containment, and overhead cable containment trays. They should be familiar with interpreting BOMs to ensure all materials are accounted for and have a strong knowledge of Ethernet cabling technologies, including copper, fiber (SM, MM, MPO), routing, dressing, and connectors.

Responsibilities :

  • \tPerform tasks listed under Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 as needed.
  • o\tMove servers and switches to required destinations for installation.

    o\tInspect servers and switches to ensure they are not damaged.

    o\tInstall servers and switches and cable them according to provided wire maps.

    o\tEnsure all cables are bundled neatly and in accordance with standards.

    o\tDouble-check with network admins to ensure everything is cabled correctly and all connections are up.

    o\tInstall additional components needed (NIC, Drive, Memory).

    o\tAssist in unboxing and prepping servers as needed.

    o\tAudit servers and consumables.

    o\tTroubleshoot a variety of servers and isolate the problem that the server is encountering.

    o\tOrder replacement parts and install them in servers and ship back the defective part to their respective vendors.

    o\tUpdate firmware on servers to ensure the latest version is installed.

    o\tConfigure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.

    o\tAssist network admins on any issues they are having with a server, including replacing broken or damaged cables, re-routing cables to different ports on the server or switch, replacing optics on both server and switch ports, changing out parts, and installing upgraded versions of those parts in servers.

    o\tTemporarily rack and stack a server or switch in a cabinet and cable it so the network admin can remotely log in and run configurations on the device.

    o\tAssist network admins who reach out requesting specific assistance with servers or switches.

    o\tDeploy and configure GPUs in servers, ensuring proper installation and functionality.

    o\tPerform break-fix tasks, including troubleshooting and replacing faulty components.

    o\tProvide advanced troubleshooting support and resolution of tickets.

    o\tServe as the initial contact / liaison between team members and management.

    o\tPrioritize and manage workload across the team.

    o\tReview build documentation before projects and validate any questions or concerns.

    o\tDirect build activities related to data center operations.

    o\tEnsure projects are aligned with data center standards.

    o\tProvide thought leadership to aid with growth across the program.

    o\tManage multiple simultaneous projects with a high degree of stress within the work environment.

    o\tMonitor project deadlines and provide status updates to project managers.

    o\tEnsure compliance with safety measures and data center standards.

    o\tDeploy and configure GPUs in servers, ensuring proper installation and functionality.

    o\tPerform break-fix tasks related to GPUs, including troubleshooting and replacing faulty components.

  • \tPerform break-fix tasks on GPUs, servers, network, and cabling.
  • \tManage tickets using ITSM tools.
  • \tLand fully populated GPU or network racks within the data center environment, including rack movement, baying, leveling, grounding, hot-air containment, and overhead cable containment trays.
  • \tInterpret BOMs to ensure all materials are accounted for.
  • \tInstall, test, and label copper and fiber infrastructures within the data center.
  • \tHandle and install optical modules such as SFPs and QSFP style connectors.
  • \tScope and clean fibers (SC, LC, MPO styles).
  • \tRack and stack equipment within existing racks.
  • \tPatch fiber and copper cables.
  • \tLead and manage teams effectively.
  • \tTravel as required.
  • \tWork with DC power and DC powered equipment.
  • \tProvide daily communication and document progress using customer tracking mechanisms, MS Office, and digital photos.
  • \tWork in a Microsoft data center environment.
  • \tFamiliar with telecom engineering designs specific to enterprise-level data centers.
  • Requirements :

  • \t3-10+ years of deployment and / or break-fix experience in a data center.
  • \tExtensive experience with landing fully populated GPU or network racks within a data center environment.
  • \tStrong knowledge of Ethernet cabling technologies, including copper, fiber (SM, MM, MPO), routing, dressing, and connectors.
  • \tExperience with handling and installing optical modules such as SFPs and QSFP style connectors.
  • \tExperience with scoping and cleaning fibers (SC, LC, MPO styles).
  • \tExperience with racking and stacking equipment within existing racks.
  • \tExperience with patching fiber and copper cables.
  • \tProven experience in leading teams.
  • \tWillingness to travel as required.
  • \tExperience with DC power and DC powered equipment.
  • \tStrong communication skills and ability to document progress using customer tracking mechanisms, MS Office, and digital photos.
  • \tExperience working in a Microsoft data center environment.
  • \tFamiliarity with telecom engineering designs specific to enterprise-level data centers.
  • ’s time

    #Skills

    Data center, deployment, fiber optic cable, Cable, Rack and stack, Cabling, Troubleshooting, Cat6, Cat5, gpu

    Top Skills Details

    Data center,deployment,fiber optic cable,Cable,Rack and stack,Cabling,Troubleshooting

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    Preferred Certifications :

  • \tCompTIA A+ or equivalent experience .
  • \tCompTIA Server+ or equivalent experience .
  • \tCCENT or equivalent experience .
  • \tWindows OS experience .
  • \tCCNA certification preferred .
  • \tMCP / MSCE certification preferred .
  • Scripting experience preferred – PowerShell, Python, Bash .

    Onsite in Mt. Pleasant, WI -Seeking a team based out of the South Eastern Wisconsin area who will be focused on GPU cluster deployments within MKE 03 and 04, Mt Pleasant, WI. Multiple resources across all 4 core MSFT shifts (A / B / Days / Nights) on a 3x4x12 schedule

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

    #DC25

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $49.50 / hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following : \n\n

  • Medical, dental & vision\n
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
  • Short and long-term disability\n
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
  • Transportation benefits\n
  • Employee Assistance Program\n
  • Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  • Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

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    About TEKsystems : \n\n

    We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

    \n\n

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    \n\nAbout TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services \n\n

    We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

    \n\n

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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