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Data Center Technician
GTT, LLC
Full-time
On-site
Elk Grove Village, IL, United States
Primary Job Title:
Data Center Technician - Engineering & Technical Services
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
IT Infrastructure Technician
Data Center Operations Technician
Server Rack & Stack Technician
Cable Installation Technician
Network Equipment Installer
Location:
Elk Grove, IL
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 5 months
Start: 09/04/2025
End: 02/06/2026
Pay Rate: $25 - $30/hr
Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
The Data Center Technician will support a busy and fast-paced data center environment by performing rack & stack, structured cabling, and equipment installation tasks. The technician will play a key role in ensuring operational readiness and infrastructure quality, with hands-on responsibilities ranging from cable dressing to asset tracking.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform rack & stack activities and structured cabling between server/network cabinets.
Install, test, label, and dress both fiber and copper cabling.
Terminate copper cables and reboot devices as required.
Use Fluke cable testers to validate infrastructure (preferred).
Work on ladders (up to 12 feet) to route cables in overhead trays.
Lift and install equipment (over 50 lbs) using team lifts and tools.
Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory and asset tracking.
Assist in shipping and receiving of data center equipment.
Support a collaborative and safety-first work culture.
Required Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a data center performing hands-on technical work.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
Customer service or client interaction experience.
Experience using DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) tools.
Familiarity with Fluke testers and troubleshooting.
Tenure in physically demanding technical roles.
Required Skills:
Teachability and a strong positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Strong attention to detail and adaptability in high-pressure settings.
Preferred Skills:
Outside IT or infrastructure certifications.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Additional Skills:
Comfortable working at height on ladders.
Able to lift equipment safely using assistive tools.
Not ideal for candidates with a senior team management focus.
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading global commercial real estate services and investments. We provide data-driven solutions for all clients across sectors and geographies. Leverage our market insights and technology to transform your business.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 25-25329
Data Center Technician - Engineering & Technical Services
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
IT Infrastructure Technician
Data Center Operations Technician
Server Rack & Stack Technician
Cable Installation Technician
Network Equipment Installer
Location:
Elk Grove, IL
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 5 months
Start: 09/04/2025
End: 02/06/2026
Pay Rate: $25 - $30/hr
Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
The Data Center Technician will support a busy and fast-paced data center environment by performing rack & stack, structured cabling, and equipment installation tasks. The technician will play a key role in ensuring operational readiness and infrastructure quality, with hands-on responsibilities ranging from cable dressing to asset tracking.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform rack & stack activities and structured cabling between server/network cabinets.
Install, test, label, and dress both fiber and copper cabling.
Terminate copper cables and reboot devices as required.
Use Fluke cable testers to validate infrastructure (preferred).
Work on ladders (up to 12 feet) to route cables in overhead trays.
Lift and install equipment (over 50 lbs) using team lifts and tools.
Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory and asset tracking.
Assist in shipping and receiving of data center equipment.
Support a collaborative and safety-first work culture.
Required Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a data center performing hands-on technical work.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
Customer service or client interaction experience.
Experience using DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) tools.
Familiarity with Fluke testers and troubleshooting.
Tenure in physically demanding technical roles.
Required Skills:
Teachability and a strong positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Strong attention to detail and adaptability in high-pressure settings.
Preferred Skills:
Outside IT or infrastructure certifications.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Additional Skills:
Comfortable working at height on ladders.
Able to lift equipment safely using assistive tools.
Not ideal for candidates with a senior team management focus.
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading global commercial real estate services and investments. We provide data-driven solutions for all clients across sectors and geographies. Leverage our market insights and technology to transform your business.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 25-25329