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Data Center Technician Onsite

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Job Location:

Hillsboro, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 31 - 40
Posted: 29 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Data Center Technician for an onsite position with a Leading Technology Firm located in Hillsboro OR. This is a 12 month contract opportunity.

As a Data Center Technician you will be responsible for troubleshooting console connectivity server power supply and network connectivity this role you will assist with the installation of new SSDs and NVMes mentor associate technicians and work with contracted technicians and full-time engineers to ensure hardware break-fix activities meet required SLAs and KPIs.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic hardware diagnostic and troubleshooting of servers escalating complex issues as necessary
  • Troubleshoot basic Linux OS level issues on all servers
  • Install new SSDs and NVMes into existing servers
  • Assist engineers in troubleshooting all auto build (Linux Kickstart) nodes that do not build properly
  • Troubleshoot and resolve all network connectivity issues at the physical layer (port flapping port down link issues etc.)
  • Resolve manually-generated tickets through cross-functional collaboration across diverse teams
  • Process all server nodes ready for decommissioning and prepare them for a third-party ITAM vendor to pick up
  • Assist with any hardware installations that do not fall within the scope of work for quarterly organic growth
  • Respond to all system problems on a 24x7 basis and take part in an on-call rotation
  • Assist Level 3 Data Center Technicians in OS level troubleshooting and network troubleshooting
  • Ensure the clients data center house rules and cleanliness standards are being followed and immediately report any concerns to leadership

Requirements:

  • 4 years in a Data Center Engineering Role
  • 4 years network cabling experience
  • 4 years Linux troubleshooting experience
  • 4 years server hardware troubleshooting experience

Desired skills:

  • Experience with ticket systems like JIRA Salesforce or ServiceNow
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Server CompTIA Linux CompTIA A or similar
  • Experience with automation and script use (e.g. Python Bash)
  • Familiarity with networking protocols and equipment (e.g. switches routers)
  • Experience using fiber testing equipment and understanding complex network mapping
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Sound problem-solving logic and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Proactive attitude and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies and processes

Pay range: $31.02 - $40.42per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract contract-for-hire and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

  • Access to hundreds of clients most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
  • The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
  • Access to an experienced caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience on average.)
  • Behavioral Health Platform
  • Medical Dental Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
  • Voluntary Term Life Insurance
  • 401K
  • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
  • Commuter Benefits (Dallas NYC SF and Illinois)

For multiple years running Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance as a Best Company for Career Growth for Diversity and for Leadership amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.


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