•                 Perform hands-on installation, troubleshooting, and break/fix activities on server hardware, including Dell GPU servers.

•                 Replace internal server components such as CPUs, GPUs, DIMMs, motherboards, power supplies, fans, NICs, and storage drives.

•                 Identify and handle various network optics including DAC, QSFP, MTP connectors, 100/400/800G modules; clean optics and run new fiber/copper connections as required.

•                 Rack, cable, and power new hardware according to datacenter standards.

•                 Understand and work safely with PDU configurations, including phase balancing and redundant power feeds.

•                 Monitor and maintain environmental conditions, cabling integrity, hardware health, and rack cleanliness.

•                 Maintain an accurate audit of all spares used, replaced components, and available inventory.

•                 Follow detailed written procedures and operational playbooks for maintenance, escalation, and reporting.

•                 Document all work performed through ticketing systems and change management tools.

•                 Provide physical support for network, storage, and server platforms (no OS or software work required).

•                 Coordinate with remote engineering teams during troubleshooting, verifying hardware states, taking photos, reading labels, testing connections, etc.

•                 Support general datacenter tasks including decommissioning, labeling, patching, and structured cabling.

 

•                 3-5 years of hands-on datacenter or hardware technician experience (racking, stacking, cabling, troubleshooting).

•                 Strong understanding of server hardware components and safe handling procedures.

•                 Familiarity with Dell server platforms; knowledge of Dell GPU servers is a strong plus.

•                 Ability to identify and clean fiber optics and connectors (DAC, QSFP, MTP, 100G–800G).

•                 Basic understanding of networking hardware (switches, optics, cabling).

•                 Ability to follow written procedures accurately and produce clear written documentation.

•                 Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

•                 Reliable, organized, and able to work independently on site.

 

•                 Experience with GPU-based compute hardware (NVIDIA cards, GPU servers, etc.).

•                 Experience maintaining datacenter audit logs or asset management databases.

•                 Basic understanding of power distribution (PDUs, phase balancing, A/B feeds).

•                 Experience in fast-paced or hyperscale datacenter environments.

 

•                 Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (servers, hardware, equipment).

•                 Able to stand, walk, and work within racks for extended periods.

•                 Comfortable working in datacenter environmental conditions.

Location: 1033 Jefferson Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 

(We have 2 locations: 

1. 1033 Jefferson Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

2. 300 Satellite Blvd NW, Suwanee, GA 30024)

Hourly rate on 1099: $35-45/hr.

Duration: 6–12-month engagement.

Working hours: Onsite support for normal business hours, M-F, 08:00 to 17:00 local time

Target start: Feb 2026

Candidates should require having a Professional and general liability insurance that is typical of an independent contractor for 1099. It is quite cheap and easy to get this insurance.

Interview Process –3 steps, All teams.

Must pass standard background investigation & drug screening. 

 

M V Srikanth

Patriot Global Services

Founded in 2008 by a former corporate information technology strategic sourcing and procurement professional, we endeavored to build a staffing and services firm based on extensive buy-side experience. Our culture is characterized by the drive and commitment developed during our US military service. Years later, we are proud to have retained the clients that put us "on the map".

Today, our Labor-On-Demand service is rapidly expanding to meet our clients' need for short term IT projects and support and longer contracting engagements.  We pride ourselves on understanding our client's need, finding, dispatching and managing qualified technicians for on-site projects. Our clients are delighted with our responsiveness, attention to detail and appreciate the hassle-free service request process.

A close-knit group of seasoned, knowledgeable professionals, we have grown because of our ability to develop and maintain valued business relationships. We over-deliver on our promises. We only take on clients or projects for which the success of all parties is certain. 

Patriot Staffing and Services provides discounted payroll management services for Wounded Warriors Project™ employees. “The Wounded Warrior Project is a cause very close to Patriot’s mission and values – to support those who have served in the United States Armed Forces,” said Thomas Loffredo, Founder and Principal of Patriot Staffing & Services. “As a veteran of the U.S. Army, this partnership is important to me on both a personal and professional level. Patriot was built with a spirit of giving back to the community, particularly the military community.”

Patriot is honored to partner with companies who are dedicated to supporting those who have served our country and intends to further expand strategic alliances and initiatives with like-minded clients and military outplacement offices.