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Tech Lead (Date Center Engineer)

Dexian

Rochelle (IL)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

20 days ago

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Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Tech Lead (Data Center Engineer) for a long-term contract in Rochelle, IL. The role involves troubleshooting cabling, power, and cooling devices, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with ITSM standards. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience and expert knowledge in cabling infrastructure.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years as a data center engineer.
  • Expert knowledge in cabling and structured cabling infrastructure.
  • Excellent communication skills and professional customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshooting cabling, power, and cooling devices within an enterprise data center.
  • Creating and following documentation for installation and cabling.
  • Managing projects independently and owning project work.

Skills

Cabling
Communication
Customer Service
Project Planning

Tools

DCIM tools
ServiceNow

Job description

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This range is provided by Dexian. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $48.00/hr

Job Title: Tech Lead (Data Center Engineer)
Location: Rochelle, IL

Duration: Long-term Contract

Note
  • Flex schedule Tuesday-Saturday for 3-4 weeks/month, Monday-Friday 1-2 weeks a month depending on blackout windows.
  • Weekdays will be heavily 8am-4:30pm schedule, weekends will be based on change schedules for specific activities (e.g., Friday night or Saturday morning/afternoon).
  • Be part of on-call rotation and able to come to either site for high-priority incidents as needed.
Qualifications (must haves):
  • 3+ years as a data center engineer
  • Expert knowledge in cabling and structured cabling infrastructure
  • Experience working within ITSM and change management standards
  • Knowledge of data center power and cooling
  • Excellent communication skills and professional customer service
Nice to Have:
  • Experience with DCIM tools (particularly Device42) and ServiceNow
  • Ability to utilize advanced test equipment for layer 1 troubleshooting (e.g., Fluke Versiv, Viavi, OTDR)
  • Residence within one hour of each data center location
  • RCDD certification
Top 3-5 IT Skillsets/Experience:
  • Planning deployments and physical cabling migrations within a larger/corporate data center
  • Low voltage cabling standards and troubleshooting
  • Basic understanding of core data center network technologies and topologies
  • Operating within change management standards (particularly Service Requests, Incidents, and Changes)
  • Project planning with minimal guidance, operating independently
Tasks & Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshooting cabling, power, and cooling devices within an enterprise data center
  • Creating and following documentation and processes for installation and cabling
  • Validating installations for successful outcomes
  • Interfacing with vendors and contractors via ticketing systems
  • Packing/unpacking servers, hardware, and related equipment
  • Developing innovative solutions to streamline processes
  • Ensuring timely receipt and documentation of equipment
  • Managing projects independently and owning project work for internal applications and infrastructure
  • Participating in on-call schedule, able to respond to site issues to meet SLA
  • Flexibility for unplanned off-hour incidents and emergency changes
  • Building bills of materials, coordinating with vendors and procurement
  • Designing and executing solutions for data center hardware and systems
  • Coordinating with facility management on maintenance of critical systems (UPS, generators, cooling)
  • Attending engineering meetings

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development, and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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