Datacenter Technician

HCLTech; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

10 days of paid time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a candidate to assist in network construction and installation in Ashburn, Virginia. Responsibilities include reading engineering designs, assembling hardware, and troubleshooting network issues. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. The role requires proficiency in Google Workspace and the ability to lift and carry hardware. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and performance bonuses, contributing to a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Google Workspace products like Sheets and Docs.
• Ability to move about the work area for long durations.
• Ability to regularly carry a 20lbs ladder.
• Ability to lift 50lbs hardware multiple times per day.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand engineering and design packages.
• Review bill of materials for necessary materials.
• Assemble and install network hardware.
• Run and patch pre-terminated fiber optic cabling.
• Assist network engineers with troubleshooting.

Skills

Proficiency with Google Workspace

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Problem solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reading and understanding the engineering and design package(s)
• Reviewing bill of materials to confirm that all necessary materials are included
• Assembling and installing network hardware
• Running and patching pre-terminated fiber optic cabling
• Labeling hardware and connections
• Assisting network engineers with troubleshooting and provisioning
• Collecting deliverables such as pictures of completed work
• Reporting daily progress to the team lead and/or customer
• Cooperating with other technicians to execute large projects in a timely manner
• Coordinating with external partners to ensure smooth execution
• Maintain work areas and storage spaces
• Support other internal teams as needed if project work is slow
• Participate in on‑call rotation for emergency troubleshooting
• Up to 25% travel to support variable workloads

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency with Google Workspace products like Sheets and Docs.
• The ability to move about the work area for long durations to perform essential job functions
• The ability to regularly carry a 20lbs ladder
• The ability to lift 50lbs hardware multiple times per day

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or hyperscale network construction/installation
• Experience installing fiber optic or low‑voltage cabling
• Experience in another construction field
• Experience repairing network equipment or cabling

Attributes That Define Success in This Role

• Strong written and verbal communication
• A commitment to problem solving
• The interpersonal skills to work well within small teams
• The ability to strategically prioritize and circumvent obstacles

Disclaimer

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance‑based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need‑based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.