Overnight Data Center Tech (Lvl 2) – Server & Cabling

TEKsystems; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Level 2 Overnight Data Center Technician to support critical IT infrastructure in a large data center. You will perform server/network hardware installations, rack and stack deployments, and cabling tasks while adhering to safety and change-management procedures.

This role requires overnight availability and 24x7 operations. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with server hardware, cabling, and IT infrastructure troubleshooting, and can work independently during

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a data center, critical environment, or IT infrastructure role.
• Experience performing rack and stack deployments.
• Knowledge of server hardware and component replacement.
• Experience with copper and fiber optic cabling standards and best practices.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, Ethernet, switches, and routers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in raised-floor or large-scale data center environments.
• Comfortable working overnight shifts in a 24x7 operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform server and network hardware installations, upgrades, and decommissionings.
• Execute rack and stack activities including rail installation, server mounting, and cable management.
• Troubleshoot hardware failures involving servers, storage systems, and network equipment.
• Install, route, label, test, and maintain fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure.
• Perform patching between racks, patch panels, switches, and network devices.
• Replace failed components such as hard drives, memory, power supplies, NICs, and fans.
• Support break/fix tickets and resolve incidents within established SLAs.
• Conduct physical audits, inventory management, and asset tracking.
• Monitor environmental and infrastructure systems to ensure operational availability.
• Follow change management, escalation, and maintenance procedures.
• Document completed work, troubleshooting steps, and inventory updates.
• Provide technical support during maintenance windows and planned deployments.
• Work closely with network, systems, and engineering teams to support infrastructure projects.

Skills

Server hardware

Rack & Stack

Fiber & Copper Cabling

TCP/IP Networking

Hardware troubleshooting

Overnight shift

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

DCIM tools

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a Level 2 Overnight Data Center Technician to support critical IT infrastructure in a large data center. You will perform server/network hardware installations, rack and stack deployments, and cabling tasks while adhering to safety and change-management procedures.

This role requires overnight availability and 24x7 operations. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with server hardware, cabling, and IT infrastructure troubleshooting, and can work independently during