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Data Center Technician

TEKsystems
$30.00 - $35.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Iowa, Council Bluffs
Apr 07, 2026
Level 2 Data Center Technician - Nationwide Travel Travel Requirement: 75% Nationwide Travel / 25% Home Market Data Center Support About the Role We are assembling a high-performing Level 2 Data Center Technician "Tiger Team" to support a large-scale, enterprise fiber infrastructure modernization project across multiple data center locations nationwide. This team will be among the first technical resources deployed at new sites to establish standards, processes, and execution best practices during the initial phases of each project. Technicians in this role will play a critical part in ensuring each location is set up for success during the first 6-8 weeks, after which the team will transition to the next site. Between project deployments, technicians will support data center operations in their home market. This is an ideal role for experienced data center professionals who enjoy travel, hands-on technical work, and making an immediate impact. Key Responsibilities * Serve as an early-stage technical lead at new data center sites during fiber infrastructure upgrades * Support and execute cable replacement projects, including removal of legacy cabling and installation of fiber * Perform hands-on data center work including troubleshooting, testing, and validation of cabling infrastructure * Help establish and refine processes and procedures that will be followed by long-term project teams * Troubleshoot and resolve data center issues independently with minimal ramp-up time * Support ongoing data center operations in home markets during project downtime Required Skills & Experience * Proven experience working in data center environments * Strong experience with cabling, cable replacement, and structured cabling projects * Ability to troubleshoot physical layer and infrastructure-related issues * Experience stepping into projects that are already in motion and contributing immediately * Comfortable working independently and as part of a traveling technical team Additional Qualifications * Flexibility to travel nationally for project work (typically up to two weeks at a time) * Strong communication and documentation skills * Professional, reliable, and adaptable in fast-moving environments * Previous experience helping establish workflows or processes is a plus Travel & Expenses * All travel arrangements are handled by the company * Travel-related expenses are reimbursed in accordance with company policy * Additional details regarding per diem or meal allowances will be provided Experience Level * Intermediate / Level 2 Data Center Technician Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Council Bluffs, IA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Council Bluffs,IA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026. h4>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.