Datacenter Technician

Brooksource; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking a Level 2 Data Center Operations Technician for a large-scale enterprise environment in Lithia Springs, GA. The role starts with day-shift training and transitions to night shift, offering strong potential for full-time conversion as you maintain high-availability infrastructure and respond to incidents.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on IT infrastructure experience, server hardware troubleshooting skills, and a willingness to work night shifts after training.

Qualifications

• Experience in a data center environment or strong hands-on IT infrastructure support.
• Server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix skills.
• Willingness to transition to night shift after training.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Security+, or Network+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix support.
• Diagnose and replace CPUs, GPUs, memory, power supplies, and networking hardware.
• Support rack and stack activities, hardware installations, and structured cabling.
• Respond to infrastructure tickets and operational incidents in a timely manner.
• Assist with liquid cooling systems where applicable.
• Maintain compliance with data center operational and safety standards.
• Collaborate within a fast-paced, high-availability environment.

Skills

Server troubleshooting

Hardware repair

Incident response

Structured cabling

Independent working

Safety compliance

Tools

CPUs/GPUs/Memory

Power supplies

Networking hardware

Job description

Schedule: Day Shift Training (Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm) then Transition to Night Shift

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a Level 2 Data Center Operations Technician to support a large-scale, enterprise data center environment in Lithia Springs, GA. This role is ideal for experienced technicians who thrive in mission-critical environments and enjoy hands-on hardware troubleshooting. The position begins with a structured day shift training period and transitions to a required night shift schedule, with strong potential for full-time conversion. You will play a key role in maintaining high-availability infrastructure, responding to operational incidents, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and build a long-term career in data center operations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform advanced server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix support
• Diagnose and replace components including CPUs, GPUs, memory, power supplies, and networking hardware
• Support rack and stack activities, hardware installations, and structured cabling
• Respond to infrastructure tickets and operational incidents in a timely manner
• Assist with liquid cooling systems where applicable
• Maintain compliance with data center operational and safety standards
• Collaborate within a fast-paced, high-availability environment

WHAT YOU BRING

• Experience in a data center environment OR strong hands-on IT infrastructure support experience
• Server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix experience
• Familiarity with enterprise hardware components (CPUs, GPUs, operating systems)
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-urgency environment
• Willingness to transition to night shift after training (required)
• Experience in enterprise or hyperscale data centers (preferred)
• CompTIA A+ certification (preferred)
• Security+ or Network+ certification (preferred)
• Military technical background (preferred)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Opportunity to support large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure
• Structured onboarding and hands-on training
• Clear path to long-term employment based on performance