Network Lab Technician: Data Center Rack & Cable Expert

Akraya, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a motivated Lab Technician in Santa Clara, CA to support the Customer Service Lab team. You will manage day-to-day lab operations, rack and stack equipment, perform network cabling, and maintain documentation and asset records.

1–3 years in a network lab or data center is preferred; knowledge of Windows, VMware, Linux, and basic networking is required. This W2 contract opportunity pays $30–$35 per hour, with a 12+ month duration.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a network lab, data center, or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with network cabling, patch panels, copper/fiber connections, and physical equipment.
• Basic understanding of network administration, SSH/console access, IP addressing, and network troubleshooting.
• Basic Windows and VMware administration, including managing virtual machines.
• Strong communication, responsiveness, documentation, and ability to work within SLA and ticket-priority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support remote access to lab services using SSL VPN, RDP, VNC, or View Client.
• Perform rack and stack activities and cable network topologies based on engineering and lab administration requirements.
• Maintain organized, clean lab environments while monitoring equipment, power, and cooling conditions.
• Audit physical and virtual devices, including connections, serial numbers, IP addresses, and related asset information.
• Manage network cabling, identify copper and fiber connections, and maintain patch panel and cable documentation.
• Monitor the ticket queue, update and reassign tickets, coordinate requests with appropriate teams, and maintain accurate technical documentation.

Skills

Lab operations

Network cabling

Device auditing

Ticket management

Documentation

Windows administration

VMware administration

Networking basics

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cisco switches

Arista switches

Job description

Akraya is seeking a motivated Lab Technician in Santa Clara, CA to support the Customer Service Lab team. You will manage day-to-day lab operations, rack and stack equipment, perform network cabling, and maintain documentation and asset records.

1–3 years in a network lab or data center is preferred; knowledge of Windows, VMware, Linux, and basic networking is required. This W2 contract opportunity pays $30–$35 per hour, with a 12+ month duration.