Data Center Technician I

Description
Must be available to work four 10-hour days Front and back-end schedules. Schedules will be determined based on business needs.

Night shifts are also available.

Location of candidate is TBD but will be within 10-15mins of PDX130 - DC Umatilla OR US

The Level 1 Data Center Technician supports the daily operations of the data center in Umatilla, Oregon. This role focuses on maintaining server hardware, ensuring uptime, and assisting with infrastructure tasks that keep services running reliably. It's a hands-on position ideal for someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, structured processes, and working in a fast-paced environment.
Hardware & Infrastructure Support
Install, troubleshoot, and replace server components including drives, memory, power supplies, and system boards.
Perform diagnostics on failed hardware and document findings.
Execute physical racking, stacking, and cabling of equipment following standards.
Assist with network device installation and basic connectivity checks.
Operations & Monitoring
Respond to support tickets and incident alerts within defined SLAs.
Conduct routine data center walkthroughs to identify issues such as alarms, environmental irregularities, or hardware failures.
Monitor and maintain inventory of parts, tools, and consumables.
Support preventive maintenance activities on electrical and mechanical systems under supervision.
Security & Compliance
Follow all physical security protocols, including access control and visitor escorting.
Maintain accurate documentation for asset tracking, work performed, and audit requirements.
Adhere to safety standards and operational procedures.
Skills
data center, rack and stack, cabling, hardware, cable
Top Skills Details
data center, rack and stack, cabling, hardware, cable
Additional Skills & Qualifications
As a Data Center Technician you serve as one of many primary resolvers for your support team skilled at troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware infrastructure issues. You support and share knowledge of these technologies with team members. You possess basic to intermediate system administration skills and work autonomously to resolve server issues. You understand all aspects of the equipment you support. You know how to take direction when given paying attention to all details involved. You work well with a team. You are receptive to feedback and able to adjust performance and behavior as required for the position.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Umatilla, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 fully onsite position in Umatilla,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.