Data Center Technician – L2 -L4 | Contract

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company is seeking Data Center Technicians L2-L4 to support a large-scale data center infrastructure project in the United States. You will install, rack, stack, and troubleshoot equipment, work with structured cabling, fiber, copper, and network gear, and follow engineering docs.

The role offers hands-on experience in a high-visibility environment, with opportunities to grow into more advanced data center and network engineering paths, alongside experienced teams.

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years of experience in a data center, network, telecommunications, or IT infrastructure environment.
• Hands-on experience with data center hardware installation and support.
• Experience with structured cabling, fiber, copper, patch panels, and cable management.
• Ability to rack, stack, install, remove, and replace network/server equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, stack, and decommission data center equipment.
• Install and route copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Perform patch panel and cable management activities.
• Connect network and server equipment according to engineering documentation.
• Perform cable labeling, tracing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with data center build-out and infrastructure deployment activities.
• Follow technical drawings, rack elevations, floor plans, and installation instructions.
• Inspect installations for quality and compliance with project standards.
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, connectivity, and cabling issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other technicians.
• Follow all data center security, safety, and operational procedures.
• Support additional deployment and infrastructure activities as required.
• 15% Patch Panels / Cable Management
• 15% Network Infrastructure
• 10% Testing / Troubleshooting / Documentation
• 70% Hands-On Data Center Activities
• 15% Testing & Troubleshooting
• 5% Documentation / Reporting

Skills

Data center hardware installation

Structured cabling

Fiber optic & copper cabling

Rack, stack, replace equipment

Reading technical documentation

Safety procedures

Teamwork & communication

Independent work

Job description

This is an exciting contract opportunity with multiple openings in the United States supporting a large-scale data center infrastructure project. We are looking for Data Center Technicians L2-L4 levels with hands‑on experience supporting data center builds, network infrastructure, cabling, hardware installation, and troubleshooting. This role is ideal for technicians who want to gain experience working in a large, high‑visibility data center environment supporting critical infrastructure and next‑generation technology.

If you are a hands‑on technician who enjoys working with hardware, cabling, network equipment, and fast‑paced infrastructure projects, this is an opportunity to build your data center career while working alongside experienced engineering and field teams. You will gain exposure to large‑scale data center deployments, structured cabling, network infrastructure, equipment installation, and troubleshooting while developing skills that can lead to more advanced data center and network engineering opportunities.

Contract Duration: Long-Term Contract

Required Skills & Experience

• 1- 5+ years of experience in a data center, network, telecommunications, or IT infrastructure environment
• Hands‑on experience with data center hardware installation and support
• Experience with structured cabling, fiber, copper, patch panels, and cable management
• Ability to rack, stack, install, remove, and replace network/server equipment
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and data center infrastructure
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation, diagrams, and work instructions
• Experience using hand tools and testing equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety and security procedures
• Ability to work in a physically demanding data center environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with fiber optic and copper cabling
• Experience with patch panels, cable trays, ladder racks, and structured cabling systems
• Experience with network equipment installation
• Experience with switches, routers, servers, and related infrastructure
• Experience with fiber testing and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with data center standards and best practices
• Previous experience supporting hyperscale or enterprise data centers
• Experience working with Google, AWS, Microsoft, or other large‑scale data center environments
• Relevant data center, networking, or cabling certifications are a plus

What You Will Be Doing

• Install, rack, stack, and decommission data center equipment
• Install and route copper and fiber optic cabling
• Perform patch panel and cable management activities
• Connect network and server equipment according to engineering documentation
• Perform cable labeling, tracing, testing, and troubleshooting
• Assist with data center build‑out and infrastructure deployment activities
• Follow technical drawings, rack elevations, floor plans, and installation instructions
• Inspect installations for quality and compliance with project standards
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, connectivity, and cabling issues
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other technicians
• Follow all data center security, safety, and operational procedures
• Support additional deployment and infrastructure activities as required
• 15% Patch Panels / Cable Management
• 15% Network Infrastructure
• 10% Testing / Troubleshooting / Documentation

Daily Responsibilities

• 70% Hands‑On Data Center Activities
• 15% Testing & Troubleshooting
• 5% Documentation / Reporting

We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check‑in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!