About the Role

Join our team as a Data Center Technician in Reston, United States. This is an onsite, contract/freelance, dispatch-based position where you'll support critical infrastructure at data center facilities in and around the Reston area.

Compensation & Work Setup

Hourly contract/freelance position

Paid for actual hours worked on each assignment

Assignments may range from a few hours to longer shifts depending on client requirements

No guaranteed 8-hour workday or fixed number of hours per week

Hourly rate will be discussed based on experience and assignment requirements

Work Schedule

On-demand / dispatch-based

Assignment schedules vary based on client requirements

Some assignments may require short-notice availability

Nights and weekends may be required depending on the assignment

Technicians should be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision onsite

Please note: This is not a traditional full-time position. Assignments and schedules vary based on client demand.

Work Authorization

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States for these contract assignments.

Visa or work-permit sponsorship is not provided.

Candidates must already have the appropriate work authorization and should not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Candidates may be asked to confirm their work authorization during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment

Perform structured cabling, including copper and fiber optic

Execute hardware deployments, replacements, and decommissions

Perform onsite troubleshooting and hardware break/fix

Rack, stack, de-rack, and relocate equipment as required

Perform power cycling and basic equipment checks

Follow MOPs, SOPs, safety procedures, and client requirements

Maintain accurate documentation, tickets, photos, and asset records

Coordinate with remote engineering, NOC, operations, and client teams

Support planned maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure changes

Work independently onsite and escalate issues when required

Requirements

3+ years data center operations experience

Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Experience with rack and stack operations

Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems

Excellent documentation and communication skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE) - preferred

Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco) - preferred

Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA) - preferred

Experience with DCIM platforms - preferred

Knowledge of ITIL practices - preferred