Data Center Logistics Specialist I

DHL Supply Chain; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Data Center Logistics Specialist I to perform logistics duties in our data center environment in Fort Worth, TX. You will handle inventory, asset tagging, and the receiving/shipment of hardware while performing installation or decommissioning of assets using the warehouse management system and MHE.

The role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to security protocols.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming/outgoing hardware and manage inventory.
• Stage equipment for installation and perform rack/stack efforts.
• Connect power and network cables and troubleshoot basic hardware.
• Maintain labeling, configuration, and quality checks on hardware.
• Respond to alerts to minimize downtime and support uptime targets.
• Maintain security and protect data per company policy.

Skills

Inventory management

Data center operations

Hardware installation

Troubleshooting

MHE operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System

RF scanning

Job description

Shift: First Shift

Days: Monday - Friday 7am -3pm or 8am - 5pm (Subject to change)

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
• Inventory, Cycle Counting
• Operate MHE - Electric Pallet Jack / Rack Tugger

Data Center Logistics Specialist I

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