Data Center Technician

Talentify; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Ohio is seeking a hands-on Data Center Technician to support operations, cabling, and equipment installation. You will work with racks, servers, and network gear, ensuring safety and quality during all tasks.

The role requires the ability to read documentation, follow procedures, and collaborate with project teams while performing work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years in data center ops, structured cabling, telecom, field services, or IT infra support.
• Working knowledge of data center hardware, racks, servers, networking equipment, power distribution, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of copper and fiber cabling, basic optical networking concepts, and installation standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and MOPs.
• Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and safety.
• Ability to collaborate with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while working independently.

Skills

Data center operations

Structured cabling

Networking equipment

Power distribution systems

Copper & fiber cabling

Optical networking concepts

Engineering drawings & MOPs

Rack-and-stack

Attention to detail

Collaboration with teams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Pay Range: $28.00 to $32.00 / Hour

The Skills You Bring:

• High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent experience required.
• 1+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of data center hardware, racks, servers, networking equipment, power distribution systems, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of copper and fiber cabling practices, basic optical networking concepts, and installation standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and methods of procedure (MOPs).
• Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation activities with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while managing assigned work independently.

Requirements:

• Comfortable working in a physically active environment where lifting, standing, working at heights, and moving equipment may be required.
• Ability to work on ladders or elevated work platforms and comply with all applicable safety requirements and certifications.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Valid state ID or driver's license.