Union Data Center Technician II

Direct Line International; Mississippi; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is seeking a DC Technician 2 to join our on-site team. This role focuses on on-site build projects and day-to-day data center operations.

You will handle new deployments, live production requests, cabinet installations, inventory management, and site upkeep. Strong communication, analytical skills, and 3+ years in 24/7 data centers are essential; Unix/Linux is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years deploying and supporting servers in 24/7 data center environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with cabling, rack infrastructure, seismic bracing, and installation tasks.
• Unix/Linux skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Be on-site during normal business hours.
• Support both new deployments or new builds, and live site/production requests.
• Assist cabinet installation and decommission as needed.
• Support other operational activities.
• Managing incoming/outgoing shipments.
• Maintaining data center cleanliness and organization.
• Installing hardware in production and staging environments.
• Maintaining inventory systems, providing timely updates on inventory levels, and performing quarterly cycle counts.
• Managing site growth by keeping the data center organized.

Skills

Server deployment

24/7 data center ops

Analytical skills

Written & verbal comms

Minimal supervision

Cabling & rack infra

Unix/Linux (preferred)

Cabling standards (IEEE/ANSI/TIA/EIA)

SAN/NAS experience

Job description

CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

JOB TITLE: DC Technician 2

About the job:

We are looking for a highly energetic, result-oriented, passionate, and hands-on team members with a desire to join a growing team. The person should be self-starter, adaptable with attentive to detail and able to work with minimal supervision.

What You’ll Do:

Technician 2 is responsible for on-site performance of all build projects. Responsibilities include:

• Being on-site during normal business hours.
• Supporting both new deployment or new builds, and live site/production requests.
• Supporting cabinet installation and decommission as needed.
• Supporting other operational activities
• Managing incoming/outgoing shipments.
• Maintaining data center cleanliness and organization.
• Installing hardware in production and staging environments.
• Maintaining inventory systems, providing timely updates on inventory levels, and performing quarterly cycle counts.
• Managing site growth by keeping the data center organized.

What You’ll Need:

• 3+ years experience deploying and supporting servers in a 24/7 production data center environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience in the installation of standard cabling technologies and rack infrastructure including but not limited to seismic bracing, infrastructure aesthetics, and effective trouble shooting.
• Unix/Linux skills (preferred).

• Understanding of cabling and telecommunications standards including IEEE/ANSI/TIA/EIA (strongly preferred).
• Experience supporting SAN or NAS technologies (preferred).

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.