Data Center Engineer

Motion Recruitment; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 82,656 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account contributions

401(k) Options

Legal Assistance Plans

Job summary

A leading provider of IT services is seeking a Data Center Consultant to join their Memphis, TN team. This role offers a base pay range of $60.00/hr - $70.00/hr and requires about 90% travel to various sites across the US. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of data center experience, strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, and basic Linux CLI skills. The position is mid-senior level with contract employment type and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on data center experience, including rack/stack and hardware installation.
• Experience working with copper and fiber cabling.
• Basic Linux CLI knowledge for troubleshooting and system checks.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot server, storage, and networking hardware in enterprise data centers.
• Perform rack and stack of servers, network devices, and supporting infrastructure.
• Run, terminate, and manage structured cabling, including copper, fiber, and power.

Skills

Data center experience

Copper and fiber cabling

Linux CLI knowledge

Networking fundamentals

Network device configuration

Server hardware experience

Job description

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Principal Recruiter at Motion Recruitment

One of the leading providers of best-in-class information technology services and solutions is looking for a Data Center Consultant to join their Memphis, TN team! This role would require about 90% travel to various sites around the US.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on data center experience, including rack/stack and hardware installation
• Experience working with copper and fiber cabling
• Basic Linux CLI knowledge for troubleshooting and system checks
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, and Layer 2/Layer 3 concepts
• Ability to configure and verify network devices at a basic level
• Experience working with server hardware from vendors such as Dell, HP, or Supermicro

Daily Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot server, storage, and networking hardware in enterprise data centers
• Perform rack and stack of servers, network devices, and supporting infrastructure
• Run, terminate, and manage structured cabling, including copper, fiber, and power
• Perform Layer 1 diagnostics and resolve hardware-related issues
• Navigate Linux-based operating systems for basic troubleshooting and verification
• Assist with basic configuration and validation of network devices using vendor CLIs

Benefits

• Medical Insurance - Three medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Kelly contributes to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Options
• Legal Assistance Plans

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology