Data Center Install Technician: Servers, Cabling & Racks

Motion Recruitment; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment in Athens, OH is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to install servers, networking and storage gear, complete rack-and-stack, and manage copper and fiber cabling. You will document work and collaborate with project teams to meet quality standards.

The role emphasizes safe work habits, accuracy, and clear documentation, with 2+ years in data centers and a high school diploma or equivalent as a baseline requirement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data center operations or IT infrastructure support.
• Experience installing servers, networking, storage, or related equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documents and procedures.
• Strong understanding of rack-and-stack, power distribution and cabling.

Responsibilities

• Install and deploy servers, network devices and storage equipment.
• Route, terminate, dress and label copper and fiber cabling.
• Install power distribution units and connect to power sources.
• Provision equipment and complete hardware installation and connections.
• Perform basic testing and equipment turn-up procedures.
• Maintain installation records, test results and as-built documentation.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or vocational training

Job description

Motion Recruitment in Athens, OH is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to install servers, networking and storage gear, complete rack-and-stack, and manage copper and fiber cabling. You will document work and collaborate with project teams to meet quality standards.

The role emphasizes safe work habits, accuracy, and clear documentation, with 2+ years in data centers and a high school diploma or equivalent as a baseline requirement.