Logistics Technician

Description

Role Overview
The Data Center 5S & Logistics Technician supports Microsoft's critical infrastructure by executing 5S organizational practices, maintaining clean and efficient work environments, and performing logistics operations that keep hardware, tools, and materials flowing smoothly. This is a vendor supported position embedded within Microsoft's data center operations team.

Key Responsibilities
5S Sorting - Identify, remove, and properly dispose of unnecessary items in technical and storage areas to maintain a lean environment.
Set in Order Organization - Arrange tools, parts, and materials using labeling, color coding, and visual management systems.
Shine & Cleaning - Perform routine cleaning around racks, aisles, storage zones, and critical equipment to reduce dust and contamination risks.
Standardization Support - Follow and help refine standardized workflows, checklists, and documentation for logistics and 5S tasks.
Sustainment Audits - Conduct recurring 5S inspections, record findings, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Inventory Control - Receive, track, label, and organize incoming hardware, cables, and consumables using Microsoft inventory systems.
Critical Area Upkeep - Maintain cleanliness and organization around UPS rooms, cooling systems, and high priority operational zones.
Logistics Coordination - Support hardware movement, staging, kitting, and returns to ensure technicians have what they need when they need it.
Any cleanup or organizational work required to keep technical spaces efficient, safe, and audit ready.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience in data center logistics, warehouse operations, or technical facilities support, helps but not required
Pursuing certifications
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies
Ability to lift and move equipment (typically 30-50 lbs)
Strong attention to detail and comfort working in structured, process driven environments
Basic understanding of IT hardware components (servers, cables, racks) preferred
Ability to work in secure, access controlled environments
What Success Looks Like
Work areas remain clean, organized, and audit ready
Inventory is accurate, labeled, and easy to locate
Technicians experience faster response times due to improved organization
5S audits show consistent improvement
Logistics workflows run smoothly with minimal delays
Summary
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands on logistics work, thrives in high reliability environments, and takes pride in creating order, structure, and efficiency. You'll play a direct role in supporting Microsoft's mission critical data center operations.
Skills
Cabling, Construction, Network infrastructure
What You'll Be Doing
Support inventory tracking, asset management, and equipment staging
Assist with receiving, organizing, and moving hardware across the site
Coordinate logistics for incoming/outgoing deliveries
Maintain accurate documentation of inventory and operational tasks
Assist with rack movement and material flow throughout the data center
Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines in a fast-paced environment

What We're Looking For
entry level candidates from technical training programs (Per Scholas strongly preferred)
Foundational understanding of:
o Hardware, networking, or IT systems
o Data center environments or structured cabling (a plus)
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes
Reliable, team-oriented, and eager to learn
Able to work in a hands-on, physical environment (lifting, walking, standing)

This role aligns well with the following and will gain:
Exposure to data center infrastructure, hardware, and networking fundamentals

Experience with asset management, documentation, and technical problem-solving
Strong communication, teamwork, and professionalism developed through the program

Growth Potential
This position provides a pathway to:
Data Center Technician roles
Infrastructure and operations support careers
Long-term opportunities within large-scale technical environments

Additional Details
Onsite role in a large-scale data center environment
Fast-paced, team-focused, and safety-driven workplace
Immediate hiring needs as new work ramps up
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hoffman Estates, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a…