Data Center Network L1 Technician Hands-On Turn-Up

Iron Systems, Inc; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Systems, Inc. is seeking a Network Technician in New Albany, Ohio to perform standard install and validation tasks on data center network devices. You will escalate issues as needed and support L2 leadership during turn-up, contributing to accurate documentation and runbooks.

In this role you will handle basic configuration steps, validate connectivity, and perform physical layer troubleshooting while maintaining orderly cable management and ESD-safe practices.

Qualifications

• Foundational CCNA-aligned knowledge: IP addressing, VLANs, base switching, troubleshooting approach.
• Competence with fiber and copper patching, basic optics handling, and connector cleaning practices.
• Ability to read rack elevations, port maps, and follow runbooks accurately.
• Comfort with console access (RJ45/USB-serial), basic CLI navigation, and log capture.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to document evidence of tests and results.

Responsibilities

• Rack/stack network devices, install optics, patch copper/fiber to spec, and perform basic power/console checks under runbooks.
• Execute standard configuration steps (where authorized): hostname/IP basics, interface enablement, VLAN assignment, and simple connectivity validation.
• Perform physical layer troubleshooting: verify patching, swap optics/patch cords, check link lights, and confirm labeling/port mapping.
• Support acceptance testing and documentation: capture serials, photos as required, and update port maps in the system of record.
• Maintain clean, serviceable cable management and ensure ESD-safe handling of equipment.

Skills

CCNA knowledge

IP addressing

VLANs

Fiber patching

Log capture

Job description

Iron Systems, Inc. is seeking a Network Technician in New Albany, Ohio to perform standard install and validation tasks on data center network devices. You will escalate issues as needed and support L2 leadership during turn-up, contributing to accurate documentation and runbooks.

In this role you will handle basic configuration steps, validate connectivity, and perform physical layer troubleshooting while maintaining orderly cable management and ESD-safe practices.