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Temporary Switch Data Center Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Data Center Technician

Santa Clara, CA

$75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

And supporting their DC/Lab teams. - Temporarily rack and stack a server or switch in a cabinet and ... If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ...

Data Center Metro Technician

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience installing, racking, stacking, deploying, and troubleshooting servers, routers, switches ... Strong understanding of data center operations, inventory management, and cable management best ...

Data Center Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

Install and upgrade data center equipment racks, including but not limited to switches, routers, monitoring systems and other large scale networking gear * Monitor, audit, and perform ongoing ...

Data Center Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

Install and upgrade data center equipment racks, including but not limited to switches, routers, monitoring systems and other large scale networking gear * Monitor, audit, and perform ongoing ...

Data Center Repair Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role is focused on the physical repair and maintenance of data center hardware, including servers, switches, routers, and related components. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Perform hands-on repairs and ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Switch Data Center vs Temporary Network Technician?

AspectTemporary Switch Data CenterTemporary Network Technician
CertificationsNetworking certifications (e.g., Cisco, CompTIA)Networking certifications (e.g., Cisco, CompTIA)
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, large-scale infrastructureOffice settings, data centers, client sites
Job FocusManaging data center hardware, switching, and infrastructureInstalling, troubleshooting, and maintaining network systems
Industry UsageIT, telecommunications, data hostingIT, telecommunications, network service providers

Temporary Switch Data Center and Temporary Network Technician roles both require networking certifications and involve working in data centers or similar environments. However, the Temporary Switch Data Center focuses on managing data center hardware and infrastructure, while the Temporary Network Technician emphasizes installing and troubleshooting network systems. Both roles are essential in IT and telecommunications industries, often overlapping but with distinct technical focuses.

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What cities in California are hiring for Temporary Switch Data Center jobs?

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Infographic showing various Temporary Switch Data Center job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 28% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Data Center Technician

TEKsystems

Santa Clara, CA

$75/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description

Job Description

***They must be open to focusing on installation and in-rack cabling for several months before they can start the break/fix portion of DCOPS.

This is a long-term ongoing Datacenter Tech opportunity. They will work in the build out and support of a datacenter.

Level 2:

- Troubleshoot a variety of servers and isolate the problem that the server is encountering.

- Order replacement parts and install them in servers and ship back the defective part to their respective vendors.

- Update firmware on servers to ensure the latest version is installed.

- Configure IP addresses and default login credentials on servers.

- Reach out and assist network admins on any issues they are having with a server that can range from: replacing broken or damaged cables, re-routing cables to different ports on the server or switch, replacing optics on both server and switch ports, changing out parts and installing upgraded versions of those parts in servers. And supporting their DC/Lab teams.

- Temporarily rack and stack a server or switch in a cabinet and cable it so the network admin can remotely log in and run configurations on device.

- Assist network admins who reach out requesting specific assistance with servers or switch.

- Assist out with Level 1 responsibilities as necessary.

Skills

Data center, Rack and stack, Cabling, Racking, Data center maintenance, Troubleshooting, Cable, Infrastructure, Hardware troubleshooting, linux

Top Skills Details

Data center,Rack and stack,Cabling,Racking,Data center maintenance,Troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

It is critical that that all submittals be true L2 break/fix

This is L2 troubleshooting installs and ops. It is not remote hands or people being walked through tickets by engineers who already did the troubleshooting.

2 recent valid references are required.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $75.00/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 Santa Clara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.