Data Center Logistics & Asset Specialist I

DHL Supply Chain; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

PTO + holidays

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is hiring for a Data Center Logistics Specialist I in Kansas City. The role focuses on inventory and asset management for data center hardware, plus receiving and shipment responsibilities, with hands-on installation and decommissioning of assets using both the warehouse management system and MHE.

The position requires standing up to 90% of the shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and prior data center experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Previous experience in a data center desirable.
• Ability to utilize computer.

Responsibilities

• Handles incoming/outgoing hardware (servers, parts, cables). Manage inventory, asset tagging, and tracking systems. Stages equipment for installation.
• Installs servers (rack and stack), connects power and network cables, and troubleshoots basic hardware issues.
• Prepares hardware before deployment, including labeling, configuration, and quality checks.
• Performs routine DC hardware installation, including equipment identification, basic rack and stack support, cable placement, labeling, documentation, and housekeeping, under close supervision and according to approved deployment procedures.
• Respond to alerts and incidents quickly to minimize downtime.
• Perform maintenance and upgrades on servers including routine work, troubleshooting, and outage resolution.
• Ensure environmental conditions are maintained to prevent overheating, outages, or infrastructure damage.
• Maintain data center security protocols including controlling access to systems and facilities.
• Ensure and protect compliance and sensitive data according to company policy and protocols.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDA WMS

Red Prairie WMS

Blue Yonder WMS

Manhattan WMS

SAP WMS

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is hiring for a Data Center Logistics Specialist I in Kansas City. The role focuses on inventory and asset management for data center hardware, plus receiving and shipment responsibilities, with hands-on installation and decommissioning of assets using both the warehouse management system and MHE.

The position requires standing up to 90% of the shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and prior data center experience is desirable.