Data Center Technician L1 - NAO - Wave

# Data Center Technician L1 - NAO - Wave 2

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** Job#: 3052661
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* Job Description:

** Data Center Technician L1
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* Location:

** New Albany, Ohio (Onsite)

Role Overview Our organization is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Center Technician I to support hyperscale data center operations in New Albany, Ohio. This role is ideal for candidates looking to start or grow a career in data center infrastructure, network operations, and critical environment support. The Data Center Technician I will assist with equipment installations, rack-and-stack activities, cabling, hardware replacements, inventory management, and day-to-day operational support in a mission-critical environment.

No prior data center experience is required; paid training is provided for motivated individuals looking to build a long-term career supporting next-generation cloud and AI infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities
* Install, rack, stack, cable, label, and document server, storage, and networking equipment.
* Perform basic hardware replacements including drives, memory, power supplies, and network components.
* Support Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs) within the data center environment.
* Install and manage fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure.
* Perform cable routing, dressing, labeling, and basic cable testing.
* Execute work according to approved Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and customer procedures.
* Provide Smart Hands support for customers, vendors, and engineering teams.
* Support inventory control, asset tracking, and equipment receiving activities.
* Maintain accurate ticket updates, work logs, and documentation.
* Assist with physical audits and infrastructure inspections.
* Follow all safety, security, and quality requirements within live production environments.
* Escalate technical issues to senior technicians and site leadership when appropriate.
* Participate in after-hours maintenance windows and emergency response activities when required.

Required Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED.
* 1-2 years of experience in a data center, telecommunications, IT support, audiovisual (AV), low-voltage, electrical, mechanical, construction, manufacturing, cabling, or military technical environment.
* Basic understanding of computers, networking, and technology infrastructure.
* Ability to read and follow procedures and technical documentation.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to pass background screening and customer-required site access checks.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with server hardware installation.
* Experience with rack and stack activities.
* Experience with structured cabling.
* Experience with fiber optic installation and testing.
* Experience with copper cabling.
* Experience with low-voltage systems.
* Experience with telecommunications infrastructure.
* Experience with Audio Visual (AV) systems installation.
* Experience with electrical construction.
* Experience with mechanical equipment installation.
* Experience with HVAC controls or building systems.
* Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, BICSI Installer, FOA, or OSHA 10.

Physical Requirements
* Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
* Ability to move equipment weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance.
* Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
* Ability to distinguish cable and fiber colors.
* Ability to work in hot and cold environments within operational data centers.

What You'll Learn
* Hyperscale data center operations.
* Server and network hardware deployment.
* Fiber and structured cabling best practices.
* Asset management and inventory control.
* Data center safety standards.
* Change management procedures (MOPs/SOPs).
* Hardware break/fix troubleshooting.
* Customer-facing technical support.

Why Join Us
* Exposure to leading hyperscale and enterprise data center programs.
* Technical training and certification opportunities.
* Clear technical and leadership career path.
* Opportunity to work on some of the largest cloud and AI infrastructure deployments in North America.  
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