Data Center Technician

CriticalWorx; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CriticalWorx is seeking experienced Data Center Technicians to support critical infrastructure, server installations, network connectivity, and day-to-day operations across United States facilities.

Ideal candidates are technically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable in fast-paced environments, collaborating with engineering, networking, and facilities teams to install, maintain, and upgrade data center hardware and cabling.

Qualifications

• Minimum hands-on experience in data centers or technical infrastructure environments.
• Solid knowledge of server hardware, networking gear, and structured cabling.
• Familiarity with fiber optics, copper cabling, and connectivity testing.
• Understanding of data center operations and critical infrastructure.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or BICSI are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and troubleshoot servers and networking equipment.
• Perform structured cabling, fiber optic, and copper cable installs.
• Support hardware deployments, replacements, and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment, connectivity, and infrastructure issues.
• Assist with data center expansions, migrations, and upgrades.
• Follow established safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, networking, and facilities teams.

Skills

Data center experience

Server hardware

Networking hardware

Structured cabling

Fiber optics

Copper cabling

Connectivity testing

Data center operations

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

BICSI certification

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Structured cabling tools

Job description

Client:

CriticalWorx is supporting organizations across the rapidly expanding data center and digital infrastructure industry, including hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise facilities.

Why:

As demand for cloud computing, AI, and digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, organizations need skilled technicians to support the installation, maintenance, and operation of mission-critical data center environments.

Short Overview:

We are connecting with experienced Data Center Technicians who have hands-on experience supporting critical infrastructure, server installations, network connectivity, and day-to-day data center operations.

Ideal candidates are technically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.

Role Profile:

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and troubleshoot servers, networking equipment, and infrastructure.


• Perform structured cabling, fiber optic, and copper cable installations.


• Support hardware deployments, replacements, and preventative maintenance.


• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment, connectivity, and infrastructure issues.


• Assist with data center expansions, migrations, and equipment upgrades.


• Follow established safety, security, and operational procedures.


• Collaborate with engineering, networking, and facilities teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in data centers, telecom facilities, or technical infrastructure environments.


• Knowledge of server hardware, networking equipment, and structured cabling.


• Familiarity with fiber optics, copper cabling, and connectivity testing.


• Understanding of data center operations and critical infrastructure.


• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or BICSI are a plus.

Interested in opportunities within the data center industry?

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