Hands-On Data Center Technician (Onsite) – Growth Path

TEKsystems; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career progression

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking Data Center Technicians at multiple levels in Ellendale, ND. This full-time, contract-to-hire role focuses on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating data center hardware and network infrastructure to ensure availability and reliability for enterprise and cloud environments.

Responsibilities include rack and stack servers, cabling, monitoring, performing SOPs, change management, and maintaining asset records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware and networking concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting and customer-service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Preferred: Associate degree or higher; CompTIA A+/Network+ certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, rack, stack, and decommission servers, storage and network equipment.
• Perform cable installation, management, labeling, and documentation.
• Monitor data center hardware and respond to operational alerts.
• Troubleshoot hardware failures and coordinate replacements.
• Execute SOPs, maintenance windows, and change management activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory and asset tracking records.
• Support compliance, security, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Hardware basics

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in IT/CS or related field

Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking Data Center Technicians at multiple levels in Ellendale, ND. This full-time, contract-to-hire role focuses on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating data center hardware and network infrastructure to ensure availability and reliability for enterprise and cloud environments.

Responsibilities include rack and stack servers, cabling, monitoring, performing SOPs, change management, and maintaining asset records.