Data Center Technician II

Astreya

. Assist with installation of hardware into racks, asset tagging and scanning, cabling, data center maintenance, documenting processes, and server installations .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeColorado • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $19 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Data Center operations, including hardware installation, cabling, and maintenance, while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures and safety policies. Proficient in troubleshooting and managing ticketing systems to ensure effective communication and quality service delivery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Center OperationsCabling Systems InstallationTicket Management SystemsTroubleshooting SkillsComputer Hardware Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Cabling SystemsCAT5e and CAT6 Copper CableMulti-Mode and Single-Mode FiberData Center Best PracticesCable ManagementCopper and Fiber TestersMaterial Handling Equipment OperationBasic Fault TolerancePower Usage CalculationNetworking Components Understanding

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationStrong Organization SkillsAdaptability to Changing PrioritiesEffective Customer Communication

Tools & Technologies

Standard Desktop PC ToolsMS OfficeMS OutlookTicketing System SoftwareCable Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Data Center MaintenanceAsset TaggingServer InstallationSafety PoliciesSecurity PoliciesOn-Call ResponseElectrical InfrastructureHVAC SystemsBandwidth InfrastructureFiber/Copper Topologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Ruby on Rails

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with installation of hardware into racks, asset tagging and scanning, cabling, data center maintenance, documenting processes, and server installations
Participate in installing, moving, and decommissioning hardware including cabinets, shelves, power strips, rails, fiber/copper/other cables and cable management, servers, storage, and other devices in the Data Center
Confirm and label devices, racks, and cables
Work in a standard ticketing system, providing clear, timely, and appropriate customer communications
Work under the direction of the Site Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager
Follow Standard Operating Procedures, program policies, safety policies, and security policies
Meet requirements for quality and quantity of work
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to respond to any On-Call request within 1 hour, while on-call
Effectively utilize the ticket management systems
Ability to cable systems (power/copper/fiber/other) correctly based on ticket requirements and SOP standards
Experience working with CAT5e and CAT6 copper cable and multi-mode and single-mode fiber
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, conditions, and circumstances
Strong organization skills
Working knowledge of computer hardware
Understanding of networking components and infrastructures
Knowledge of copper and fiber testers
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Understanding of Data Center best practices, including basic fault tolerance, cable routing, and calculating power usage
Experience with cable management and knowledge of how to run fiber and copper in a data center
Some knowledge of Data-Center electrical, HVAC, and bandwidth infrastructures as well as fiber/copper topologies
Able to operate material handling equipment – server lifts, pallet jacks, and forklifts (if certified)
Proficiency working with standard desktop PC tools and applications, such as MS Office, MS Outlook, web browsers, etc.
Ability to learn new software
Must provide own transportation to work locations
Able to safely lift and move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds
Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
Must be able to use a computer
Must have the ability to communicate effectively
Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
Dental provided through UHC
Nationwide Vision provided by UHC
Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Days
401k Plan
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
Paid Holidays
Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law