Datacenter Technician

Job Title:

Data Center Decommissioning Technician (Day Shift)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Job Summary

We are seeking a Data Center Decommissioning Technician to support the removal and retirement of servers and network equipment within a production data center. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow established processes, and experience working safely in a data center environment.

• Decommission servers, network devices, and related hardware from data center racks.
• Power down, unrack, and safely remove equipment using approved tools, including server lifts when required.
• Disconnect and remove network, power, and SAN cabling according to established standards.
• Identify, inventory, and document all equipment being decommissioned.
• Follow equipment and cable matrices (EPIF) to ensure accurate hardware removal.
• Manage and update work through a ticketing system.
• Work with customers to resolve issues and support decommissioning activities.
• Utilize DCIM tools to track assets and document work performed.
• Support maintenance windows, customer requests, and service interruptions while managing multiple priorities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate project status clearly with customers and internal teams.

• Experience working in a data center environment.
• Experience decommissioning, installing, or supporting servers and network equipment.
• Ability to read and follow cable and equipment matrices (EPIF).
• Experience working with ticketing systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working from ladders and using server lift equipment safely.
• Experience with Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools is preferred.