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AHEAD

Rack Configuration Technician

Libertyville, IL

$24 - $26/hr

Power on data center racks using PDUs to do testing outlined by engineering. * Upgrade and test network switches. * Work independently to resolve technical challenges with minimal documentation ...

AHEAD

Rack Configuration Technician

Libertyville, IL · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Power on data center racks using PDUs to do testing outlined by engineering. * Upgrade and test network switches. * Work independently to resolve technical challenges with minimal documentation ...

Chicago, IL

JBC-Rack Loader 3rd Shift

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.18 - $22.57/hr

Manually loads bread onto conveyors and manages equipment racks while ensuring strict quality control through label verification and shortage reporting. Maintains department hygiene and adheres to ...

New

Chicago IL

JBC-Rack Loader 3rd Shift

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.18 - $22.57/hr

Job Title Manually loads bread onto conveyors and manages equipment racks while ensuring strict quality control through label verification and shortage reporting. Maintains department hygiene and ...

New

Chicago, IL

JBC-Rack Loader 3rd Shift

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19.18 - $22.57/hr

Manually loads bread onto conveyors and manages equipment racks while ensuring strict quality control through label verification and shortage reporting. Maintains department hygiene and adheres to ...

New

Chicago, IL

JBC-Rack Loader 3rd Shift

Chicago, IL

$19.18 - $22.57/hr

Manually loads bread onto conveyors and manages equipment racks while ensuring strict quality control through label verification and shortage reporting. Maintains department hygiene and adheres to ...

New

AHEAD

Rack Assembly Technician 2nd shift

Libertyville, IL · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

As a skilled Rack Assembly Technician, you'll be instrumental in building and cabling custom server racks that power next-generation data centers. Responsibilities include installing and cabling high ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Team Lead - 33245

Palatine, IL · On-site

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Team Lead - 33648

Palatine, IL · On-site

$17.64 - $22.93/hr

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Team Lead - 32276

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$41K - $53K/yr

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Sales Associate - 33168

Palatine, IL · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Sales Associate - 32277

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

Rack Room Shoes, Inc.

Sales Associate - 33111

Aurora, IL · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

About Rack Room Shoes Great shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide ...

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How much do rack jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for rack in Chicago, IL is $26.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.06 and $29.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rack?

Rack jobs refer to positions that involve stocking, organizing, and maintaining merchandise on racks or shelves within retail stores. People in this role are often employed by third-party vendors rather than the store itself and are responsible for ensuring that products are properly displayed, priced, and replenished. Rack jobbers may handle a specific category of products, such as magazines, snacks, or greeting cards, and often travel between multiple retail locations. This job requires attention to detail, good organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.

What does a rack technician do?

As a rack technician in a data center, your daily responsibilities typically include installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting server racks and related hardware. You’ll be responsible for cable management, ensuring proper airflow and cooling, and performing routine inspections to identify and address potential issues. Collaboration with network engineers and IT staff is common to coordinate equipment upgrades or resolve connectivity problems. Attention to detail and adherence to strict safety and security protocols are essential in this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a rack technician?

To thrive as a Rack Technician, you need a solid understanding of server hardware, cabling, and basic networking, often supported by a relevant associate degree or technical certification. Familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools, server monitoring systems, and hardware installation procedures is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a team are crucial soft skills. These qualifications ensure proper equipment installation, minimize downtime, and support the reliable operation of data center environments.

What is the difference between Rack vs Server?

AspectRackServer
DefinitionA framework or structure used to hold and organize hardware components like servers, switches, and storage devices.A physical or virtual machine that performs computing tasks and runs applications.
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, or IT infrastructure setups.Data centers, offices, or remote locations; can be physical or virtual.
Credentials/CertificationsNot applicable; related to hardware setup and management.IT certifications like CompTIA Server+, Cisco, or Microsoft certifications.
UsageSupports and organizes servers and hardware components.Performs computing tasks, hosts applications, and manages data processing.

In summary, a Rack is a physical structure used to organize and hold servers and hardware components, while a Server is a computing device that performs processing tasks. Racks facilitate efficient hardware management, whereas servers are the actual machines delivering computing services.

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Infographic showing various Rack job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,660 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Rack Configuration Technician

AHEAD

Libertyville, IL

$24 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together advances in cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.
 
At AHEAD, we prioritize creating a culture of belonging, where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard. We create spaces to empower everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture at AHEAD. 
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate based on an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. 
 
We embrace all candidates that will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives at AHEAD. 

Join a cutting-edge team supporting the AI and liquid cooling revolution. As a Configuration Technician on our 2nd shift, you will follow platform documentation, processes, and production defaults to apply customer-specific, order-specific, and hardware-specific software. You'll work hands-on with the latest technologies from NVIDIA, Dell, Cisco, and other leading OEMs. 
Duties/Responsibilities

  • Build and configure computer servers based on engineering-provided data sheets and system requirements. 

  • Perform basic troubleshooting for hardware defects, logical issues, and system errors across a wide range of technologies. 

  • Escalate issues as needed through Jira. 

  • Install and configure operating systems and related software. 

  • Flash BIOS and firmware on various hardware platforms. 

  • Power on data center racks using PDUs to do testing outlined by engineering. 

  • Upgrade and test network switches. 

  • Work independently to resolve technical challenges with minimal documentation. 

  • Assist in optimizing work instructions and technical documentation. 

  • Harvest data correctly based on instructions given. 

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support other departments as needed. 

Education and Experience

  • Minimum Required 

  • Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math.  

  • One to two years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility 

  • Experience with computer hardware 

  • Experience with Microsoft office products 

  • Preferred 

  • Experience assembling and configuring data center racks. 

  • Familiarity with liquid cooling systems and high-performance computing environments.  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Strong attention to detail and task prioritization. 

  • Ability to work independently and under pressure. 

  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills. 

  • Proactive problem-solving and issue resolution. 

  • Commitment to maintaining 5S and other operational standards. 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 

  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards

$24 - $26 an hour
The compensation range indicated in this posting reflects the On-Target Earnings ("OTE") for this role, which includes a base salary and any applicable target bonus amount. This OTE range may vary based on the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.  
 
Why AHEAD:
 
Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between.
 
We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning.
 
USA Employment Benefits include: 
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
- 401(k) 
- Paid company holidays 
- Paid time off 
- Paid parental and caregiver leave 
- Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details. 
 
Use of AI:
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, or to capture recordings and create transcriptions or summaries during interviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
 
If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please refer to the Candidate Privacy Notice or contact us at [email protected]. 
 
You may opt-out of the review or analysis of your application and resume by AI tools by using the General Application. Please include the role you wish to apply for in the Additional Information field. You may also choose to opt-out of recording and transcription at any time, including after joining an interview.  Candidates will not be penalized for choosing to opt-out.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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