Data Center Technician

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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Center Technician in New York, NY.

Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Level 1 Data Center Technician to support data center infrastructure, cabling, and hardware deployment activities. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in structured cabling and data center environments who enjoys hands-on technical work.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Center Technician will install, run, terminate, and organize copper and fiber cabling
• Label and document cables, ports, and connections accurately
• Perform racking, stacking, and structured cabling for new hardware deployments
• Assist with installation and physical setup of servers, network equipment, and other data center hardware
• Troubleshoot basic network connectivity and hardware issues
• Perform fiber diagnostics and assist in identifying cabling or connectivity issues
• As a Data Center Technician, you will maintain organized racks, cabling pathways, and work areas
• Follow established data center procedures, documentation standards, and safety requirements
• Escalate more complex technical issues to appropriate support teams when needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous hands-on experience in a data center, network operations, telecom, field technician, or structured cabling environment
• Experience working with copper and fiber cabling
• Familiarity with rack-and-stack activities and data center hardware
• Basic understanding of network connectivity and hardware troubleshooting
• Comfortable performing hands-on work in a data center environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented processes
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a technical team
• Ability to accurately label, document, and trace physical connections

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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