Data Center Decommission Technician

Data Center Operations Technician

About the Opportunity

Modern data centers don't just grow - they evolve. As new infrastructure comes online, legacy equipment must be carefully recycled in a way that protects data, recovers value, and supports long-term sustainability goals.
This role sits at the intersection of hardware operations, security, and responsible asset lifecycle management. As a Data Center Circular Operations Technician, you'll help guide data center equipment through its final phase - from controlled shutdown and disassembly to component recovery and secure data destruction. Every step you take ensures operational integrity, regulatory compliance, and environmental responsibility.
This is a hands-on role for technicians who enjoy physical hardware work, repeatable processes, and knowing their work directly supports large-scale infrastructure transformation.

How You'll Work

You'll operate in a high-throughput data center environment with established procedures, detailed tracking systems, and clearly defined safety standards. While collaboration is key, this role also requires confidence working independently, prioritizing tasks, and escalating issues when needed.
Accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail are critical - especially when handling data-bearing devices and serialized assets.

Schedule Overview (A/B Rotation)

This position follows a rotational A-side / B-side schedule, designed to balance coverage and predictable time off.

• A Side Schedule
  • Sunday through Tuesday
  • Alternating Wednesdays
• B Side Schedule
  • Thursday through Saturday
  • Alternating Wednesdays

This rotation provides consistent blocks of work and rest while supporting continuous operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support data center decommissioning efforts, including receiving, staging, teardown, and asset preparation
• Recover and process reusable server components such as CPUs, DIMMs, NICs, and motherboards
• Perform secure destruction of data-bearing devices (DBDs) following documented security procedures
• Assist with asset intake and tracking, including rack scanning and component-level documentation
• Prepare hardware for IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), ensuring traceability from rack to pallet
• Validate outbound shipments by confirming asset accuracy, carrier details, and safety requirements
• Conduct inventory audits and system updates to maintain accurate asset records
• Monitor and restock consumable materials required for daily operations
• Coordinate with logistics, operations, and technical teams to support workflow continuity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment

Experience

• 1-3+ years in a data center, warehouse, logistics, circular center, or IT operations environment
• Hands-on experience with server hardware or component handling
• Prior exposure to break/fix or hardware troubleshooting workflows
• Familiarity with inventory systems, ticketing tools, or asset tracking platforms

Skill Set

• Comfortable working with physical IT hardware
• Strong process and documentation discipline
• Inventory and material handling experience
• Ability to follow runbooks and compliance requirements
• Works well independently in structured environments

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct involvement in circular economy and sustainability initiatives
• Exposure to enterprise-scale data center decommissioning operations
• Structured schedules with predictable rotations
• Hands-on technical work without traditional help-desk constraints
• A role where precision, trust, and accountability are essential

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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 26, 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.