What are the responsibilities and job description for the Datacenter Technician position at Brooksource?
About the Role
ABOUT THE ROLEOur client is seeking a Level 2 Data Center Operations Technician to support a large-scale, enterprise data center environment in Lithia Springs, GA. This role is ideal for experienced technicians who thrive in mission-critical environments and enjoy hands-on hardware troubleshooting. The position begins with a structured day shift training period and transitions to a required night shift schedule, with strong potential for full-time conversion. You will play a key role in maintaining high-availability infrastructure, responding to operational incidents, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and build a long-term career in data center operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix support
- Diagnose and replace components including CPUs, GPUs, memory, power supplies, and networking hardware
- Support rack and stack activities, hardware installations, and structured cabling
- Respond to infrastructure tickets and operational incidents in a timely manner
- Assist with liquid cooling systems where applicable
- Maintain compliance with data center operational and safety standards
- Collaborate within a fast-paced, high-availability environment
Required Skills
- Experience in a data center environment OR strong hands-on IT infrastructure support experience
- Server hardware troubleshooting and break/fix experience
- Familiarity with enterprise hardware components (CPUs, GPUs, operating systems)
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-urgency environment
- Willingness to transition to night shift after training (required)
Preferred Skills
- Liquid cooling experience (preferred)
- Experience in enterprise or hyperscale data centers (preferred)
- CompTIA A certification (preferred)
- Security or Network certification (preferred)
- Military technical background (preferred)
Pay range and compensation package
- WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- Opportunity to support large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure
- Structured onboarding and hands-on training
- Clear path to long-term employment based on performance
- Competitive compensation