Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician (Level 1 - Entry Level)

Job Category: Data Center Technician / Engineer
Location: Newtown Square, PA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Rotating 24/7 shifts (rotation approximately every 6 weeks)

Overview

This is a true entry-level Data Center Technician role designed for individuals looking to get their foot in the door and begin a long-term career in data center operations and IT infrastructure.
No prior data center experience is required. This position is ideal for candidates who are motivated, eager to learn, and interested in starting a career in technology. Training will be provided, and the role focuses on building foundational skills in a large, enterprise data center environment in Newtown Square, PA.
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with clear growth potential for candidates who demonstrate reliability, curiosity, and a strong work ethic.

Training & Schedule

• Initial training period (approximately 4-6 weeks): Standard Monday-Friday schedule
• Post-training: Transition to a 24/7 rotating shift environment
• Shift rotations occur approximately every 6 weeks
• Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Level 1 (Level 0) data center support in a mission-critical environment
• Monitor, log, prioritize, and respond to incidents using documented procedures
• Use monitoring and service management tools to identify and diagnose issues
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and pre-emptive checks
• Escalate unresolved issues and follow through to resolution
• Document incidents, changes, and resolutions accurately
• Assist with hardware support, cabling, and cable management
• Maintain accurate asset and configuration records
• Coordinate with internal teams and vendors as needed
• Ensure all tasks meet defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Required Skills & Qualifications (Must Have)

• No prior data center experience required
• Interest in technology or IT infrastructure
• Willingness to learn data center tools, processes, and best practices
• Comfort with or willingness to learn cabling work
• Flexible availability for rotating shifts
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow documented procedures

Nice to Have Skills (Not Required)

• Any exposure to IT, hardware, or technical support
• Cable management or hands-on technical work
• Familiarity with ticketing or monitoring tools

Technical Knowledge (Entry Level)

• Introductory understanding or interest in:
  • Hardware components
  • Redundancy concepts
  • Remote console and management tools
• Exposure to enterprise hardware vendors is a plus but not required

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Strong desire to learn and grow in a technical career
• Positive attitude and reliability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment
• Attention to detail and good documentation habits
• Team-oriented and customer-focused mindset

What This Role Offers

• Zero-experience, entry-level opportunity into data center operations
• Paid, structured training and mentorship
• Hands-on experience in an enterprise data center
• Contract-to-hire path with long-term career potential
• A strong foundation for future roles in IT, data centers, or engineering

Company Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits available for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth Post-Tax Contribution Options
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Transportation Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newtown Square, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 Newtown Square,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 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.