Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Why This Role Exists

As hyperscale data centers evolve, older generations of hardware must be safely recycled to make room for next-generation infrastructure. This role exists at the center of that transition.
The Data Center Circular Center Technician plays a critical part in the secure decommissioning, recovery, and reuse of data center equipment. Rather than simply disposing of hardware, this team ensures valuable components are harvested, sensitive data is permanently destroyed, and assets are fully tracked through their end-of-life lifecycle. The work directly supports sustainability goals, security compliance, and operational excellence in large-scale data center environments.
If you enjoy hands-on technical work, structured processes, and knowing your work has real operational and environmental impact, this role puts you at the heart of it.

Role Overview

This position supports high-volume data center operations focused on equipment decommissioning, asset recovery, inventory management, and secure data destruction. You will work independently within defined runbooks and processes, escalating issues as needed while maintaining accuracy, safety, and compliance.
The environment is fast-paced and detail-driven, ideal for technicians who thrive on precision, accountability, and physical hardware interaction.

Shift Structure (A Side / B Side)

This role follows a rotating A-side / B-side schedule, providing built-in consistency and predictable time off.

• A Side:
  • Sunday - Tuesday
  • Every other Wednesday
• B Side:
  • Thursday - Saturday
  • Every other Wednesday

This alternating structure supports continuous operations while offering regular extended breaks and a consistent rhythm week over week.

What You'll Do

• Execute data center decommissioning activities, including receiving, staging, dismantling, and preparing hardware for reuse or disposal
• Harvest critical server components (NICs, motherboards, DIMMs, CPUs) and ensure accurate documentation and tray placement
• Perform secure destruction of data-bearing devices (DBDs) in accordance with established security and compliance standards
• Support Asset Receiving Area (ARA) operations by scanning, tracking, and preparing racks and hardware for downstream processing
• Prepare and pre-pack assets for IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), ensuring full traceability at the component and rack level
• Document outbound shipments, validating racks, pallets, carriers, and seals while following strict safety protocols
• Maintain accurate physical and system inventory records, including cycle counts and audit corrections
• Manage consumable inventory and ensure materials are available to support daily operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support logistics, distribution, and rack-level activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized data center environment at all times

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 1-3+ years of experience in a data center, circular center, warehouse, supply chain, or IT logistics environment
• 1+ year of hands-on server or hardware experience, including component harvesting
• 1+ year of break/fix or hardware troubleshooting experience
• Experience with shipping/receiving, inventory management, and ticketing systems

Core Skills

• Data center operations
• Inventory and asset tracking
• Shipping & logistics coordination
• Hardware handling and break/fix
• Process-driven execution and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume environment

What Makes This Role Different

• Direct involvement in data center sustainability and circular economy initiatives
• Hands-on exposure to enterprise-scale hardware and decommissioning processes
• Clear procedures, strong safety culture, and structured operational workflows
• Opportunity to build specialized experience in secure asset handling and lifecycle management
• A role where accuracy, accountability, and technical skill truly matter

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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Northlake, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/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 Northlake,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 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.