Technician - Data Center

As a Data Center Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the

assembly, integration, testing, and deployment preparation of data center

infrastructure and customer deployment projects. This role performs hands-on

rack builds, hardware installation, quality inspections, testing activities, and

documentation updates while following established operational, quality, and

safety procedures. Working under the direction of Lead Technicians and

Operations personnel, the technician supports the construction and validation of

server, network, and structured cabling infrastructure within enterprise and

hyperscale data center environments.

Responsibilities:

* Assemble data center racks according to engineering drawings, rack

elevations, build documentation, and customer requirements.

* Perform rack-and-stack activities including installation, relocation, and

removal of servers, storage, and networking equipment.

* Install, terminate, label, troubleshoot, and document fiber optic and copper

cabling.

* Read and interpret rack elevations, cable maps, deployment drawings, and

installation documentation.

* Support customer deployment projects in enterprise, colocation, and

hyperscale data center environments.

* Travel to customer and company sites to support installation, maintenance,

deployment, and migration activities.

* Provide support for moves, adds, and changes within active data center

environments.

* Install servers, storage systems, network equipment, rPDUs, cable management

systems, and related rack infrastructure.

* Mount and secure equipment while adhering to established quality standards

and work instructions.

* Perform rack-level testing and validation activities to verify mechanical,

electrical, and operational readiness.

* Perform quality inspections throughout the build process and document

findings, test results, and corrective actions.

* Troubleshoot assembly, cabling, and hardware installation issues and escalate

concerns when necessary.

* Verify proper routing, labeling, and installation of cabling and rack

hardware.

* Apply asset tags, serial number tracking, and configuration documentation to

completed assemblies.

* Receive, inspect, stage, and organize incoming materials, rack components,

and deployment equipment.

* Maintain inventory accuracy and material traceability through cycle counts

and documentation updates.

* Assist with packaging, shipment preparation, and deployment staging of

completed rack solutions.\

* Conduct regular physical and visual inspections of equipment and data center

facilities.

* Follow all safety procedures including PPE, ESD, LOTO, and environmental

requirements.

* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* High School Degree or Equivalent required.

* 2+ years of experience in data center operations, rack integration,

manufacturing, hardware deployment, electrical assembly, mechanical assembly,

or a related technical environment.

* Experience performing rack-and-stack activities in data center environments.

* Experience terminating and troubleshooting fiber optic and copper cabling.

* Experience reading rack elevations and cable mapping documentation.

* Data Center Technician, Structured Cabling Technician, Smart Hands, Field

Service, or Telecommunications Technician experience preferred.

* Experience supporting hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center

environments preferred.

* Experience installing servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and

rack infrastructure.

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, rack elevations,

schematics, and work instructions.

* Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.

* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

* Experience with structured cabling, cable routing, labeling, and

documentation practices.

* Strong organizational and communication skills.

* Valid driver's license.

* Ability to travel up to 50% domestically to customer and company data center

locations.

Working Environment: Data Center - The data center work environment is a highly

secure, physically demanding, and structured operation, characterized by its

loud, controlled temperature conditions and 24/7/365 uptime. The environment

demands a high attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills to manage

and troubleshoot critical equipment during regular operation and in emergency

situations.  Lifting up to 50 lbs, regular bending, stooping, climbing and long

periods of walking / standing will be required.

Physical Expectations:

* Work is physically strenuous, and workers are required to lift heavy packages

up to 50 pounds.

* Work may require excessive bending or stooping. 

* Employee required to walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day. 

* Employee required to climb ladders.

* Employee required to use hand tools.

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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however,

offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant

education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective

bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or

sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan

documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure

that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the

applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may

include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement

savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here

[https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits].

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We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce

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