Data Center Technician: Hands-On Server & Cabling

Akkodis; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Akkodis in Reno, NV is seeking a technically adept data center technician for a 12‑month contract. You will troubleshoot servers, install components, update firmware, configure IPs, and support network admins with hands‑on server and switch tasks.

The role requires 0–2 years in a data center, basic Linux CLI skills, and solid communication. You will work with various cables, connectors, and hardware to keep critical infrastructure running smoothly.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of data center experience.
• Hands-on experience with cables and connectors.
• Understanding of basic safety and security protocols within a data center.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot server issues and identify root causes.
• Order, install, and replace server components; return defective parts to vendors.
• Update and maintain server firmware.
• Configure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.
• Support network administrators with server‑related tasks, including replacing cables and upgrading server hardware.

Skills

Troubleshooting – servers

Linux command line

Communication skills

Cable types & connectors

Data center experience (0-2 years)

Job description

Akkodis in Reno, NV is seeking a technically adept data center technician for a 12‑month contract. You will troubleshoot servers, install components, update firmware, configure IPs, and support network admins with hands‑on server and switch tasks.

The role requires 0–2 years in a data center, basic Linux CLI skills, and solid communication. You will work with various cables, connectors, and hardware to keep critical infrastructure running smoothly.