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Data Center Services Technician
Phoenix, AZ
W2 Contract: ongoing project-based opportunities
Initial scope: 3 weeks
Opportunity Overview
Brooksource’s Data Center Field Services Team supports some of the world’s largest technology companies as they expand and modernize their critical infrastructure. Our technicians play a hands-on role inside active hyperscale data centers—building, maintaining, and optimizing the hardware and cabling systems that power the cloud.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain or grow experience in data center operations, structured cabling, and infrastructure deployment within world-class facilities. Whether your background is in construction, carpentry, electrical work, or IT hardware installation, this role provides a clear pathway to advance into higher-level data center or networking careers.
You’ll join a team that values safety, precision, professionalism, and teamwork—with the opportunity to rotate across multiple campuses, support diverse scopes of work, and continuously build your technical skill set.
Core Responsibilities
- Rack & Stack: Unbox, install, and secure servers, switches, and storage devices following detailed diagrams and specifications.
- Structured Cabling: Route, dress, and label copper and fiber cabling between racks, MOR (Middle of Row), PRD (Production), and IDF locations.
- Hot Aisle Containment (HAC): Assemble, install, and maintain HAC systems to ensure efficient airflow and cooling.
- Testing & Quality Control: Perform basic cable testing (Fluke, OTDR) and visual inspections to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Documentation & Reporting: Record measurements, update project documentation, and communicate daily progress to leads and PMs.
- Safety & Site Protocols: Follow strict site security, PPE, and OSHA standards; participate in toolbox talks and safety audits.
Project Types
- Facility optimization and airflow containment builds (HAC).
- Rack/stack/decommission work.
- Fiber cabling and infrastructure upgrades.
- Cross-site deployments (travel between regional campuses).
- Server deployment and white space optimization.
- MOR/PRD cabling and rack installations.
- Fiber/copper patching and remediation work.
- Direct collaboration with DCPMs and Brooksource Project Managers.
Preferred Experience:
- Background in construction, electrical, HVAC, cabling, or other skilled trades.
- 1–3 years of experience in data center or telecom environments preferred.
- Familiarity with fiber/copper cabling, rack/stack work, or mechanical assembly.
- Strong understanding of safety practices and technical documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in elevated or confined spaces.
- Basic understanding of network and cabling principles (TIA/EIA standards).
- Comfortable using hand tools, tape measures, and power tools.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network , BICSI Installer, or OSHA/NFPA 70E are a plus.