Data Center Hardware Specialist II

Open Systems Technologies Corporation; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Systems Technologies Corporation is seeking a Data Center Hardware Technician II responsible for installing IT hardware in a data center, managing cabling, racks, space, power, and cooling according to manufacturer guidelines.

The role requires three years of data center experience, familiarity with BICSI/TIA standards, and certifications; you will document changes in Excel/SharePoint and coordinate with systems engineers for repairs and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of data center hardware and cable installation experience.
• BICSI Installer 2 for copper and fiber; CompTIA A+ certification.
• Associate degree in IT systems is preferred.
• Ability to read manufacturer installation guides and interpret layouts.

Responsibilities

• Install IT hardware in data center racks with proper space, power, and cooling.
• Provision cabling, rack rails, and mounting hardware for servers, switches, and KVMs.
• Perform end-to-end fiber and copper patching and cable management.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate repairs with systems engineers; update configurations in Excel/SharePoint.
• Follow safety rules, document changes, and maintain inventory records.

Skills

Data center operations

Cable management

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Office software

Safety compliance

Education

BICSI Installer 2 (Copper & Fiber)

CompTIA A+ certification

Associate degree in IT Systems (preferred)

Tools

Visio CAD diagrams

Excel

SharePoint

Project

Job description

Open Systems Technologies Corporation is seeking a Data Center Hardware Technician II responsible for installing IT hardware in a data center, managing cabling, racks, space, power, and cooling according to manufacturer guidelines.

The role requires three years of data center experience, familiarity with BICSI/TIA standards, and certifications; you will document changes in Excel/SharePoint and coordinate with systems engineers for repairs and maintenance.