Hardware Technician

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ViziRecruiter, LLC. is seeking a dedicated individual to join their data center operations team in Lake Forest, Illinois. The role focuses on server installations, cabling, and troubleshooting in an enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data center infrastructure and excellent troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include managing data center hardware inventory and ensuring proper documentation of IT assets. This role requires someone who can work collaboratively and communicate clearly across teams.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience with structured cabling (copper/fiber) and cable testing.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs. (team lift).
• Enterprise environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain data center hardware including servers and networking equipment.
• Perform cable management and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Manage inventory and equipment documentation.

Skills

Data center infrastructure understanding

Strong troubleshooting skills

IT asset documentation and tracking

Clear communication

Structured cabling (copper/fiber)

Job description

Introduction

Be part of the team that drives our company forward, transforming ideas into real-world tools and platforms that support the business and spur innovation.

Overview

Join our client's data center operations team supporting critical hardware infrastructure. This hands‑on role focuses on server installations, cabling, troubleshooting, and equipment lifecycle management in an enterprise environment.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, 10 AM – 7 PM
• Initial training: 1–2 weeks, 8 AM – 5 PM
• On‑call rotation: 1 week/month ($100 stipend + paid hours worked)

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, and maintain data center hardware (servers, storage, networking equipment).
• Perform rack/stack, cable management, and structured cabling (fiber & copper).
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.
• Manage inventory, asset tracking, and equipment documentation.
• Ship/receive hardware and maintain accurate records.
• Work within a multi‑team ticketing environment.
• Travel occasionally between Lake Forest Data Center and Elk Grove Village co‑location site.

Requirements

• Understanding of data center infrastructure (servers, switches, firewalls, routers).
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience documenting and tracking IT assets and hardware.
• Clear communication and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs. (team lift).
• 1+ year experience with structured cabling (copper/fiber) and cable testing.
• Certifications are a plus but not required.
• Enterprise environment experience preferred.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.