Data Center Infrastructure Technician

Job Description

Data Center Infrastructure Technician | TEKsystems

The Tone:
This is a contract to hire role at TEKsystems, located in Sandston, VA. TEKsystems is a partner in transformation, helping clients activate ideas and accelerate business transformation. This role is crucial for supporting the infrastructure build-out of a major data center, allowing individuals to enter and grow within the data center and technology infrastructure field by building its technical backbone.

The TL;DR
• Role: Contract to Hire
• Location: Sandston, VA (On-site)
• Pay: $19–$23 hourly
• Mission: Support infrastructure build-out inside a large data center project and help build the technical backbone of the facility.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Cabling: Install and route cabling (copper and fiber) throughout the facility, including running, dressing, and terminating cable.
• Pathway Systems: Build and install cable trays, ladder racks, and other pathway systems across various areas of the data center.
• Rack Assembly: Assemble and stage server racks and cabinets, including mounting hardware and preparing equipment locations.
• Network Support: Perform basic network support or break/fix work, such as switch installation, hardware swaps, and troubleshooting, depending on skillset.
• Site Maintenance: Assist with equipment grounding, labeling, and documentation to maintain site organization and compliance, following drawings and build plans.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level to mid-level candidates who are punctual, reliable, and eager to learn cabling, networking, and data center infrastructure skills. No prior industry experience is required for entry-level candidates.
• Experience: Comfortable working with hands and using basic hand and power tools. Ability to follow instructions, diagrams, and safety procedures.
• Skills: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to a construction setting which may involve noise and lack of AC. Physical capability to work at heights, lift/pull materials as needed, and wear required PPE (steel-toe boots, vest, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves).
• Bonus: Existing skillset for basic network support or break/fix work.