Datacenter Technician

TEKsystems; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Center Technician Level 2 for a long-term contract based in Santa Clara, CA. The role involves build-out and support of a data center, with hands-on installation, deployment, and troubleshooting tasks on servers and network equipment.

You will troubleshoot, install parts, update firmware, configure devices, and assist network admins. This onsite position offers a focused, hands-on environment with opportunities to support DC/Lab teams and Level 1 tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 recent valid references are required.
• All submittals must be true L2 break/fix.
• L2 troubleshooting installs and ops; not remote hands or escalated tickets.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot servers and isolate problems.
• Order and install replacement parts; return defective parts to vendors.
• Update firmware on servers to latest version.
• Configure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.
• Assist network admins with server issues and cabling tasks.
• Rack and stack servers or switches in cabinets and cable for remote access.
• Assist network admins with server or switch-related requests.
• Support Level 1 responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Data center

Rack and stack

Hardware

Troubleshooting

Infrastructure

Data center maintenance

Racking

Stacking

Cable installation

Cable

Cabling

Hardware troubleshooting

Job description

Description

This is a long-term ongoing Datacenter Tech opportunity. They will work in the build out and support of an datacenter. They must be open to installation and deployment workload as well.

Level 2:

• Troubleshoot a variety of servers and isolate the problem that the server is encountering.
• Order replacement parts and install them in servers and ship back the defective part to their respective vendors.
• Update firmware on servers to ensure the latest version is installed.
• Configure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.
• Reach out and assist network admins on any issues they are having with a server that can range from: replacing broken or damaged cables, re-routing cables to different ports on the server or switch, replacing optics on both server and switch ports, changing out parts and installing upgraded versions of those parts in servers. And supporting their DC/Lab teams.
• Temporarily rack and stack a server or switch in a cabinet and cable it so the network admin can remotely log in and run configurations on device.
• Assist network admins who reach out requesting specific assistance with servers or switch.
• Assist out with Level 1 responsibilities as necessary.

Skills

Data center, Rack and stack, Hardware, Troubleshooting, Infrastructure, Data center maintenance, Racking, Stacking, Cable installation, Cable, Cabling, Hardware troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Please see the hours listed in the job description.

It is critical that that all submittals be true L2 break/fix

This is L2 troubleshooting installs and ops. It is not remote hands or people being walked through tickets by engineers who already did the troubleshooting.

2 recent valid references are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $36.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.