Data Center Logistics Specialist I

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

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Temple, TX seeks a Data Center Logistics Specialist to manage inventory, asset tagging, and data management within a secure data center environment. You will handle receiving, staging, and installation of servers and networking gear, using WMS and MHE to ensure accuracy and readiness.

You will monitor environmental conditions, support incident response, and maintain compliance with company policies while coordinating with IT and facilities teams.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handles receiving, shipping, staging, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of data center assets (servers, networking equipment, cables, components).
• Performs routine DC hardware installation, including equipment identification, rack and stack support, cable placement, labeling, documentation, and housekeeping.
• Responds to alerts and incidents quickly to minimize downtime.
• Maintains data center security protocols and ensures compliance with company policy and data handling standards.

Job description

The Data Center Logistics Specialist is responsible for supporting daily logistics and operational activities within a data center environment. This role manages inventory, asset tracking, data management, and the movement of hardware and equipment while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and security standards are maintained. The specialist handles receiving, shipping, staging, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of data center assets such as servers, networking equipment, cables, and components. Utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS), material handling equipment (MHE), and electric pallet jacks (EPJ), this role ensures efficient inventory control, asset lifecycle management, and operational readiness.

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