Data Center Technician Full-Time Onsite Winchester, VA

Job Title: Data Center Technician
Location: Full-Time Onsite Winchester, VA
Work Hours: Monday Thursday, 6:00 AM 4:30 PM
Visa: GC-EAD, TN
Experience Level: 10+ Years
Job ID: JP00015587

Position Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Data Center Technician to support and maintain our client's mission-critical data center infrastructure in Winchester, VA. This role requires an experienced, hands-on professional with a strong background in network infrastructure, hardware troubleshooting, and data center operations. The ideal candidate should have exceptional attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently in a 24/7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform rack & stack, cabling, hardware installation, and component replacement (CPU, HDDs, NICs, RAID batteries, etc.)
• Support staging, logistics, and deployment for site builds and refreshes
• Conduct break/fix and move/add/change tasks for server and network hardware
• Perform copper/fiber cabling and termination (Cat 6), fiber/copper testing
• Maintain inventory and asset records using DCIM tools (e.g., Nlyte)
• Escalate and troubleshoot issues affecting data center or network equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on servers, switches, PDUs, and other DC equipment
• Utilize KVM/out-of-band management tools (e.g., DSVIEW)
• Ensure compliance with data center safety standards and airflow/power containment
• Document procedures, site configurations, and rack elevations
• Interface with vendors and internal teams during incidents and planned upgrades
• Participate in on-call rotations and support outside of normal working hours
• Lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. as needed

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in data center or IT operations
• Strong experience with routers, switches, firewalls, PDUs, and KVM systems
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking and IP protocols
• Familiarity with NEMA and IEC power connectors, electrical standards, and AC/DC concepts
• Hands-on experience with structured cabling standards and tools
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Experience in fast-paced environments requiring autonomy and decision-making

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience installing/configuring Cisco routers and switches
• Knowledge of network transceivers (SFP+, QSFP+, DWDM, etc.)
• Experience using DCIM systems (e.g., Nlyte) for asset and configuration management
• Familiarity with datacenter cooling, airflow optimization, and power load management
• Certifications in data center operations, network infrastructure, or cabling standards

Note: This is an onsite role requiring physical presence at the Winchester, VA data center facility.