Data Center Technician

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Schedule:

100% On-Site

Experience

Required:

5+ Years of Data Center Experience

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician (L4) to support large-scale GPU deployment and server infrastructure projects within a fast-paced enterprise data center environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on technician with strong server hardware, break/fix, and troubleshooting experience who enjoys working with cutting-edge technology. You'll play a key role in deploying, upgrading, maintaining, and decommissioning critical data center infrastructure while supporting next-generation AI and high-performance computing environments.

• Deploy, install, and replace GPUs to support large-scale AI and high-performance computing initiatives.
• Perform server break/fix activities, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and hardware repairs.
• Identify and replace failed hardware components including GPUs, memory, drives, power supplies, and other server components.
• Prepare, stage, install, and decommission data center hardware following documented procedures and standards.
• Run, label, organize, and stage power and network cabling.
• Remove and decommission network cabling as part of infrastructure refresh and decommission projects.
• Perform server startups, shutdowns, hardware refreshes, and component upgrades.
• Conduct physical audits of data center assets and equipment.
• Execute post-deployment quality checks to verify proper grounding, labeling, cabling, and installation standards.
• Document work performed and elevate issues to leadership when necessary.
• Follow established safety protocols, change management processes, and operational procedures.

• 5+ years of dedicated data center experience.
• Strong server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix experience.
• Experience working with enterprise server environments.
• Ability to diagnose hardware failures and replace defective components.
• Experience with hardware installation, rack-and-stack activities, and infrastructure deployments.
• Familiarity with structured cabling, power distribution, and data center operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience supporting GPU deployments or high-performance computing environments.
• Experience working in hyperscale or enterprise data centers.
• Knowledge of server diagnostics and hardware lifecycle management.
• Previous experience supporting AI infrastructure projects.

• 100% on-site in a data center environment.
• Fast-paced, hands-on technical role with significant hardware interaction.
• May involve standing, walking, lifting, and moving equipment throughout the shift.
• Some work areas may be located in active construction zones.

Required PPE will be provided. This may include:

• Composite-toe safety boots
• High-visibility vest
• Safety glasses
• Cut-resistant gloves
• Hearing protection
• Hard hat (when required)

This is a Contract position based out of Goodyear, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to…