Field Data Center Technician (L1)

Job Title:

Field Data Center Technician (L1)

Job Type:

Contract

Locations:

Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement:

100% Onsite

Key Requirement:

Strong experience with Qualys installation and deployment.

Position Overview

We are seeking Field Data Center Technicians (L1) to support engineering and lab environments. This role involves hands-on data center operations, hardware installation, rack and stack activities, inventory management, troubleshooting, and general lab support. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced data center environment and performing physical tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networking equipment, and lab hardware.
• Perform rack and stack activities, including cabling and hardware deployments.
• Support Qualys installation and related infrastructure activities.
• Troubleshoot server, hardware, network connectivity, and power-related issues.
• Assist with hardware testing, diagnostics, and component replacement.
• Remove and decommission end-of-life equipment from lab environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of hardware setups, inventory, and procedures.
• Support asset tracking and inventory management activities.
• Troubleshoot network switches, cabling, and PDU-related issues.
• Coordinate with remote support teams to resolve infrastructure and lab issues.
• Manage shipping, receiving, and equipment tracking processes.
• Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and general housekeeping standards.
• Follow established operational procedures and safety guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data center operations, engineering labs, or infrastructure support environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with server hardware installation, rack/stack, and cabling.
• Experience with Qualys deployment and installation.
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLANs, switching, and routing.
• Experience with Linux system administration and hardware troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, network, and power infrastructure issues.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work within data center environments.
• Ability to rack-mount servers and install associated cabling.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work onsite full-time and support occasional extended hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ansible, Terraform, or other automation/configuration management tools.
• Exposure to inventory management systems and asset tracking tools.
• Knowledge of Python, PHP, or MySQL is a plus.
• Previous experience supporting R&D, engineering, or product labs.