Datacenter Operations Specialist

KTek Resourcing LLC; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KTek Resourcing LLC in Santa Clara, CA seeks an onsite Data Center Technician to perform hands-on install, rack-and-stack, cable termination, and routine maintenance within a physical facility environment. You will diagnose basic server and network issues, manage patch panels, power backup systems (UPS), and coordinate with facilities teams to keep data-center operations running smoothly.

This role emphasizes practical hardware support rather than user desktops, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of data center infrastructure, servers, networking, and power systems.
• Hands-on experience with copper cabling, patch panels, and network connectivity.
• Understanding of power backup systems, such as UPS and redundant power supplies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to provide on-site technical support.

Responsibilities

• Understand copper cabling standards, including maximum cable length (typically 100 meters for Ethernet over twisted-pair copper).
• Manage network connectivity, patch panels, cable termination, and cable troubleshooting.
• Understand data center security features and access control procedures.
• Troubleshoot power failures, server outages, and basic network connectivity issues.
• Identify server types, understand their functions, and assist with basic hardware troubleshooting.
• Provide hands-and-feet support, including physical hardware checks, cable connections, and equipment replacement.
• Support day-to-day data center operations, infrastructure maintenance, and incident resolution.

Skills

Data center infra

Copper cabling

Power systems

Troubleshooting

On-site support

Job description

This is the hands-on, onsite execution layer of the service: incident response, Layer 1 diagnosis and repair, structured cabling moves/adds/changes, hardware installation, preventive maintenance, and asset accuracy. The role is deliberately distinct from desktop/end-user support - the scope is facility and network infrastructure, not user devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand copper cabling standards, including maximum cable length (typically 100 meters for Ethernet over twisted-pair copper).
• Manage network connectivity, patch panels, cable termination, and cable troubleshooting.
• Understand data center security features and access control procedures.
• Troubleshoot power failures, server outages, and basic network connectivity issues.
• Identify server types, understand their functions, and assist with basic hardware troubleshooting.
• Provide hands-and-feet support, including physical hardware checks, cable connections, and equipment replacement.
• Support day-to-day data center operations, infrastructure maintenance, and incident resolution.

Required Skills:

• Basic knowledge of data center infrastructure, servers, networking, and power systems.
• Hands-on experience with copper cabling, patch panels, and network connectivity.
• Understanding of power backup systems, such as UPS and redundant power supplies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to provide on-site technical support.