Data Center Technician: Hands-On Hardware Pro

IONOS Group; Center (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

IONOS Group in Lenexa, KS, seeks a Data Center Technician with a passion for hardware and a knack for building and upgrading servers and network gear. Learn enterprise practices while helping maintain a 99.999% uptime environment with rotating shifts.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware work, cross-team collaboration, and travel to nearby colocation sites. Windows/Linux knowledge and CompTIA A+/Network+ are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Hands-on hardware experience building or repairing PCs.
• CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, or equivalent hobbyist experience.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Kansas City area locations.

Responsibilities

• Racking, stacking, and assembling servers and network gear.
• Troubleshoot enterprise servers and network equipment.
• Document cabling and network connectivity installations.
• Provide support to Data Center Provisioning and Network Engineering as needed.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the Data Center.
• Escort sub-contractors/vendors as needed.
• Track assets in internal inventory systems.

Skills

Hardware experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Linux

Office suites

Job description

IONOS Group in Lenexa, KS, seeks a Data Center Technician with a passion for hardware and a knack for building and upgrading servers and network gear. Learn enterprise practices while helping maintain a 99.999% uptime environment with rotating shifts.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware work, cross-team collaboration, and travel to nearby colocation sites. Windows/Linux knowledge and CompTIA A+/Network+ are preferred.