Datacenter Technician

Brooksource; United States; On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking detail-oriented Data Center Technicians for roles across Northern Virginia. Ideal candidates will support large-scale deployments, focusing on rack/stack/patch work and high-volume structured cabling in mission-critical data centers. Responsibilities include organizing and installing servers and network devices, maintaining cleanliness, and following safety protocols. Candidates should have 1–3 years of relevant experience and familiarity with cabling standards.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in a data center or other mission-critical technical environment.
• Experience with high-volume structured cabling.
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA and BICSI standards.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in overhead pathways.

Responsibilities

• Unbox, inspect, and install servers and network devices.
• Install and dress high-speed fiber and copper cabling.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of white space.

Skills

Rack/stack/patch work

High-volume structured cabling

Organizational skills

Basic understanding of networking

Tools

OTDR

Fluke testers

Job description

Location: Throughout Northern Virginia (Manassas, Gainesville, Sterling, etc.)

Type: Contract

We are seeking highly motivated and detail‑oriented Data Center Technicians to support large‑scale, high‑density compute deployments. This role is heavily focused on rack/stack/patch work, extremely high cable‑count installs, structured cabling, and ongoing white space maintenance in a fast‑paced hyperscale environment.

Ideal candidates have experience working with large server deployments and high‑volume cabling in mission‑critical data centers.

Key Responsibilities

Rack/Stack/Patch

• Unbox, inspect, and install servers, network devices, and storage equipment per elevation diagrams.
• Secure devices with appropriate mounting hardware, ensuring correct grounding, airflow, and space planning.
• Support turn‑up activities, including basic power‑on checks and connectivity verification.

High‑Density Cabling Installation

• Install, route, and dress large quantities of high‑speed fiber and copper cabling across racks, MOR (Middle of Row), PRD racks, and IDFs.
• Work with dense cable bundles, including:
• AOCs/DACs
• Label and map all cables per site standards.
• Use testing equipment such as OTDRs and Fluke testers to validate connectivity.
• Maintain clean, organized pathways that support airflow and containment requirements.
• Perform remediation or rework to meet strict quality and density standards.

Data Center Operations & Safety

• Maintain white space cleanliness, organization, and readiness across all assigned rows.
• Follow all Microsoft and OSHA safety protocols (PPE, ladder safety, thermal zones, confined spaces).
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety walkthroughs, and quality audits.
• Work closely with Brooksource PMs, Area Leads, and Microsoft DCPMs to deliver accurate and timely deployments.
• Provide daily updates on progress, blockers, cable completion percentages, and rack installation status.
• Document cabling routes, labeling schemes, and installed hardware.

Preferred Experience

• 1–3 years in a data center or other mission‑critical technical environment.
• Experience with rack/stack/patch work and high‑volume structured cabling.
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA, BICSI standards, and large‑scale deployment workflows.
• Experience using cable testers and following Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation.

Skills & Requirements

• Basic understanding of networking (switching, routing, IP basics).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high‑density cable environments.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and maneuver equipment during installations.
• Comfortable working in overhead pathways, ladders, and thermally variable environments.
• Flexibility to support day/night/weekend shifts as deployment cycles require.