Data Centre Technician

LA International; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking a hands-on Racking Technician in Hatfield to install IT equipment into customer racks, route cabling, apply labels and prepare solutions for shipment. The role involves lifting, safe handling, and strict adherence to customer deadlines.

Responsibilities include rack mounting, cabling, documentation, asset record maintenance and compliance with health and safety procedures. Collaboration with the Technical Services team is essential to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• Proven rack and stack experience.
• Experience installing IT hardware into racks and cabinets.
• Experience working with cabling.
• Ability to read and follow rack elevation diagrams.
• Comfortable lifting and moving IT equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamworking skills.

Responsibilities

• Rack and stack IT equipment into customer racks and cabinets.
• Install, route and secure power and data cabling.
• Read and follow rack elevation diagrams and build documentation.
• Apply asset and customer labels accurately.
• Carry out basic equipment checks and inspections.
• Move and position equipment safely using approved handling methods.
• Prepare completed rack solutions for shipment.
• Maintain accurate installation and asset records.
• Follow all health & safety and manual handling procedures.

Skills

Rack installation

Cable routing

Read rack diagrams

Equipment lifting

Teamwork

Job description

Racking Technician

We're looking for an experienced Racking Technician to join our Technical Services team. This is a hands-on role involving the installation of IT equipment into customer racks, including servers, storage and networking equipment. You'll be responsible for racking and stacking hardware, fitting and dressing cabling, applying asset labels, and preparing integrated solutions for shipment. The role involves regular manual handling, use of lifting equipment, and working to tight customer deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Rack and stack IT equipment into customer racks and cabinets.
• Install, route and secure power and data cabling.
• Read and follow rack elevation diagrams and build documentation.
• Apply asset and customer labels accurately.
• Carry out basic equipment checks and inspections.
• Move and position equipment safely using approved handling methods.
• Prepare completed rack solutions for shipment.
• Maintain accurate installation and asset records.
• Follow all health & safety and manual handling procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Proven rack and stack experience.
• Experience installing IT hardware into racks and cabinets.
• Experience working with cabling.
• Ability to read and follow rack elevation diagrams.
• Comfortable lifting and moving IT equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamworking skills.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.