Datacenter Engineer

GCS Recruitment Specialists; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists is seeking an hands-on Engineer to support critical IT infrastructure in a Denver data center. The role covers hardware deployment, rack and stack, break/fix support, asset management, and adherence to SOPs to maximize uptime.

You will troubleshoot Windows 11 and Linux systems, image and deploy laptops, perform basic network validation, and maintain accurate asset records. The position requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to operate in a

Qualifications

• 1+ year hands-on IT, infrastructure, desktop support, or data center experience.
• Experience troubleshooting computer hardware and operating systems.
• Knowledge of Windows 11, Linux operating systems, laptop imaging and deployment.
• Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Hardware diagnostics and repair.
• Experience with a ticketing or incident management system.
• Ability to lift and move IT equipment in a data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and decommission servers, network devices, and storage equipment.
• Perform hardware break/fix activities including component replacements.
• Execute SOPs, maintenance activities, and change management requests.
• Respond to high-priority incidents affecting data center infrastructure.
• Image, configure, and deploy laptops and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot hardware, OS, and application issues.
• Provide printer and peripheral support for onsite teams.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting and connectivity validation.
• Install and manage copper and fiber network cabling.
• Audit inventory and maintain accurate asset records.
• Work ticket queues and resolve incidents within SLAs; participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Windows 11

Linux

Hardware troubleshooting

IT asset management

Networking basics

Ticketing systems

SOP compliance

Data center operations

Job description

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a hands‑on Engineer to support critical IT infrastructure and operations within its data center environment. The technician will be responsible for hardware deployment, troubleshooting, asset management, rack and stack activities, network connectivity validation, break/fix support, and execution of operational procedures that ensure maximum uptime of data center services.

The ideal candidate possesses strong hardware troubleshooting abilities, understands enterprise IT infrastructure, can follow detailed SOPs, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission‑critical environment where attention to detail and reliability are essential.

Data Center Operations

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and decommission servers, network devices, and storage equipment.
• Perform hardware break/fix activities including replacement of disks, memory, power supplies, NICs, and other server components.
• Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance activities, and approved change management requests.
• Respond to high-priority incidents and operational events impacting data center infrastructure.

IT Infrastructure Support

• Image, configure, and deploy laptops and support equipment used within the data center environment.
• Support Windows 11 and Linux operating systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware, operating systems, and application‑related issues.
• Provide printer and peripheral support for onsite teams.

Network & Cabling Support

• Perform basic network troubleshooting and connectivity validation.
• Install and manage copper and fiber network cabling.
• Trace cable paths and verify port connectivity.
• Support structured cabling standards and documentation requirements.

Asset & Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate tracking of IT assets and equipment.
• Support receiving, staging, deployment, and decommissioning activities.
• Audit inventory and ensure documentation is updated according to operational standards.

Operational Excellence

• Work ticket queues and resolve incidents within defined SLAs.
• Escalate issues appropriately when procedures do not provide a clear resolution path.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and shift coverage requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency projects.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year of hands‑on IT, infrastructure, desktop support, or data center experience
• Experience troubleshooting computer hardware and operating systems
• Knowledge of:
  • Windows 11
  • Linux operating systems
  • Laptop imaging and deployment
  • Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
  • Hardware diagnostics and repair
• Experience working within a ticketing or incident management system
• Ability to lift and move IT equipment and work within a data center environment