What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Technician position at TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group?
Multiple Data Center Technician Openings | Long-Term Opportunity | Cheyenne, WY
Job Summary
As a Data Center Technician, you will support the planning, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of data center infrastructure across both inside and outside plant environments. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, supporting enterprise hardware, structured cabling systems, and external fiber infrastructure. You will work closely with engineers, vendors, and contractors to ensure installations meet data center and industry standards.
This position is ideal for entry-level to early-career technicians looking to build long-term experience in a large-scale data center environment.
Key Responsibilities
Inside Plant (ISP) - ~60%
Outside Plant (OSP) - ~40%
Required Skills
Qualifications
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Collins, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Collins,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.
>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.
Job Summary
As a Data Center Technician, you will support the planning, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of data center infrastructure across both inside and outside plant environments. This role is hands-on and detail-oriented, supporting enterprise hardware, structured cabling systems, and external fiber infrastructure. You will work closely with engineers, vendors, and contractors to ensure installations meet data center and industry standards.
This position is ideal for entry-level to early-career technicians looking to build long-term experience in a large-scale data center environment.
Key Responsibilities
Inside Plant (ISP) - ~60%
- Rack, stack, and cable servers, network equipment, racks, and PDUs
- Install and maintain structured cabling and fiber optic infrastructure (Cat6, fiber)
- Perform hardware troubleshooting, diagnostics, and component replacements
- Support Linux-based systems at the hardware and infrastructure level
- Partner with network and systems engineers on installs, moves, and changes
- Conduct routine inspections of equipment, power, cooling, and cabling
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-documented data hall environments
Outside Plant (OSP) - ~40%
- Assist with installation of conduit, fiber, copper cabling, and external pathways
- Support proper routing, termination, and testing of fiber connections
- Inspect and maintain outside plant infrastructure to ensure long-term reliability
- Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for OSP work
- Maintain accurate documentation of fiber routes, terminations, and updates
Required Skills
- Data Center Operations
- Rack & Stack
- Fiber Optic Cabling
- Structured Cabling (Cat6)
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Infrastructure Support
- Basic Linux Exposure
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in data center, cabling, or fiber environments
- Exposure to both inside and outside plant infrastructure
- Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical documentation
- Familiarity with HVAC, backup power, and fire suppression systems is a plus
- Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently in a live production environment
- Clear communication skills when working with engineers, vendors, and contractors
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Collins, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Collins,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.
>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.
Salary : $23 - $30