L2 LTE - Data Center Technician

TEKsystems; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal per diem $25

Free lodging

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks a Data Center Technician for a contract-to-hire role based in Ashburn, VA, with operations extending to Ellendale, ND. You will ensure the availability of data center operations, diagnose hardware and network issues, and develop scripts for server updates while providing hands-on support.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, readiness for a 24/7 environment with on-call rotation, strong time management and communication skills, and occasional travel to other data centers.

Qualifications

• Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and assembly.
• Proficiency in Linux operating systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated locations.
• Comfortable in a 24/7 operational environment with on-call rotation.
• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Quick problem-solving and task prioritization abilities.
• Physical requirements met with reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability and reliability of data center operations
• Diagnose and repair hardware and network issues
• Perform root cause analysis on hardware/software failures
• Train internal teams and develop technical documentation
• Provide hands-on technical support to data center teams
• Develop scripts for server and network hardware updates
• Maintain inventory and manage equipment installations
• Conduct maintenance on test and tooling equipment
• Travel occasionally to other data center locations

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

Linux

On-call readiness

Time management

Communication

Job description

Data Center Technician Ellendale, ND

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure availability and reliability of data center operations

• Diagnose and repair hardware and network issues

• Perform root cause analysis on hardware/software failures

• Train internal teams and develop technical documentation

• Provide hands-on technical support to data center teams

• Develop scripts for server and network hardware updates

• Maintain inventory and manage equipment installations

• Conduct maintenance on test and tooling equipment

• Travel occasionally to other data center locations

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with computer hardware (troubleshooting, assembly)

• Proficiency in Linux operating systems

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in elevated locations

• Comfortable in a 24/7 operational environment with on-call rotation

• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills

• Quick problem-solving and task prioritization abilities

• Physical requirements met with reasonable accommodations

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

• Work with cutting-edge technologies like GPU cloud computing and Kubernetes

• Join a pioneering data center built with AI infrastructure in mind, including building-level liquid cooling

• Access to next-gen GPUs not yet deployed at scale globally

• Opportunity to grow with the site as it expands from 1/3 capacity to full build-out over 618 months

• Early-stage involvement opens doors for technical advancement or leadership roles

Contract Details

• Contract-to-hire: 6 months to 1 year

• Sign-on bonus for relocation:

• $2,500 (short-distance)

• $5,000 (long-distance)

• Access to benefits upon conversion

Benefits at Offer/Conversion

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% company paid)

• Company-paid life insurance + optional supplemental coverage

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

• Mental wellness support via Spring Health

• Family-forming support through Carrot

• Paid parental leave

• Childcare support via Kinside

• 401(k) with generous employer match

• Flexible PTO

• Catered lunch daily at office/data center

• Casual work environment focused on innovation

Location

Ellendale, North Dakota

Contract Perks

• $25 per diem for meals on working days

• Free lodging Rental car provided

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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 Ashburn,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

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.

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.

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.