Data Center Technician - United States - Des Moines - On-site
$60,000–$75,000 year
On-site · Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Data Center Technician role in Des Moines, IA, on-site. Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment; perform structured copper/fiber cabling; execute hardware deployments and decommissions; monitor environmental systems; respond to incidents; document assets; and collaborate with engineering/operations teams. Requires 3+ years in data center operations; strong cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber); rack and stack proficiency; power distribution and UPS understanding; ITIL awareness; with preferred data center certifications (CDCP/CDCS/CDCE) and vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco). On-site, full-time with on-call rotation and shift differentials when applicable. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years data center operations experience
- Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with rack and stack operations
- Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE) - preferred
- Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco) - preferred
- Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA) - preferred
- Experience with DCIM platforms - preferred
- Knowledge of ITIL practices - preferred
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments
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