Data Center Technician: Racks, Power & Fiber Installations

University of Delaware; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Delaware is seeking a Datacenter Technician to work onsite in Washington DC. The role involves hands-on installation, deployment, and maintenance of data center infrastructure. You will install server racks, PDUs, DC power systems, and network gear, following floor plans and Telcordia-like standards where applicable.

Candidates with 0–2 years in data center projects are encouraged to apply. The position offers hourly compensation of $23–$25 and includes a 80-hour training period

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of data center installation, deployment, or maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret network design documents and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with server racks, PDUs, DC power systems, and fuse panels.
• Familiarity with rack-and-stack operations for servers and switches.
• Knowledge of fiber and cabling standards (1G–400G).

Responsibilities

• Install server racks per approved floor plans, ensuring proper grounding and safety compliance.
• Deploy primary and secondary PDUs for AC cage infrastructure.
• Install DC power supplies and fuse panels for DC cage environments.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities for servers and network equipment.
• Install OEM switches and chassis (1RU to 45RU), including line cards.
• Safely handle and install equipment using server lifts.
• Commission console and management switches.
• Execute network installations in accordance with Telcordia standards.
• Load ISO configurations on Windows and Linux servers.
• Perform rack swaps and capacity upgrades with minimal service disruption.
• Install servers, switches, and routers from major OEM vendors.
• Configure data center networks using 3-Tier and Spine-Leaf architectures.
• Execute network migrations across multiple cages, floors, and data center locations.
• Install fiber patch panels, ODFs, interconnects, and permanent fiber links.
• Install and manage copper and fiber cabling (LC, SC, MPO, RJ-45, breakout cabling).
• Handle fiber optics and transceivers ranging from 1G to 400G.
• Test and troubleshoot hardware and network components on site.
• Perform device recovery, zeroization, and base configuration via CLI/GUI.
• Conduct fiber testing using OTDR, including cleaning and scoping.
• Interpret EDP (Equipment Deployment Plan) and DPK (Data Patching Key) documentation.
• Validate patching accuracy and endpoint connectivity.
• Troubleshoot fiber and network issues during deployment and migration windows.
• Provide regular progress updates, risk identification, and technical reporting.
• Support pre-checks, post-installation testing, UAT, and final handover activities.
• Ensure all technical and documentation requirements are met prior to sign-off.

Skills

Blueprints

Rack & stack

Fiber optics

Troubleshooting

ISO configurations

Tools

PDUs

DC power systems

Cable management

Job description

University of Delaware is seeking a Datacenter Technician to work onsite in Washington DC. The role involves hands-on installation, deployment, and maintenance of data center infrastructure. You will install server racks, PDUs, DC power systems, and network gear, following floor plans and Telcordia-like standards where applicable.

Candidates with 0–2 years in data center projects are encouraged to apply. The position offers hourly compensation of $23–$25 and includes a 80-hour training period