2nd Shift Rack Assembly Technician — Data Center Hardware

Medium; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid parental and caregiver leave

Job summary

AHEAD is seeking a skilled Rack Assembly Technician in Libertyville, IL. You will build and cable high‑performance server racks from top vendors, following build docs and BOMs with attention to quality and safety.

You will perform medium complexity tasks, maintain a clean workspace, and escalate issues as needed while supporting continuous improvement and standard work across assembly centers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math.
• Basic computer skills.
• Two to three years of experience in an electronics manufacturing facility.
• Moderate MS Excel knowledge.
• Experience with computer hardware and cabling.

Responsibilities

• Install hardware and cable server racks using build docs and diagrams.
• Perform basic visual inspections for defects prior to installation.
• Interpret basic BOMs and Sales Orders with guidance.
• Conduct routine, low-complexity builds under supervision.
• Escalate build issues or material shortages to senior techs or supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and complete 5S duties.
• Record tasks accurately and report deviations or non-conformances.
• Demonstrate initiative in learning assembly processes and improving quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Excel

Computer hardware

Cabling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dell hardware

Cisco gear

SuperMicro

Nvidia hardware

Microsoft 365

Job description

AHEAD is seeking a skilled Rack Assembly Technician in Libertyville, IL. You will build and cable high‑performance server racks from top vendors, following build docs and BOMs with attention to quality and safety.

You will perform medium complexity tasks, maintain a clean workspace, and escalate issues as needed while supporting continuous improvement and standard work across assembly centers.