Data Center Logistics Specialist I

DHL Supply Chain; Fairfax (IA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the United States operates a data center where you will perform logistics duties including inventory and asset management, receive and ship hardware, and install or decommission assets using WMS.

You will stage equipment, connect power and network, and respond to incidents to minimize downtime while maintaining security and compliance. The role requires a High School diploma and English proficiency; data center experience is preferred and computer literacy is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handles incoming/outgoing hardware (servers, parts, cables). Manage inventory, asset tagging, and tracking systems.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Data center experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Role Purpose

Perform logistics duties within a data center including inventory management, asset management, and data management. Role is responsible for receiving and shipment of goods as well as installation or decommissioning of assets utilizing both the warehouse management system and MHE.

Key Accountabilities

• 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

Required Education and Experience

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

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer