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Job#: 3046718
Job Description:
Job Title: Data Center Tech II
Contract: 12 months (possible extension/conversion)
Location: New Albany, OH
Shift: Day and Nights
About the Role
Apex Systems is seeking a Data Center Technician II to support network infrastructure operations within a large-scale hyperscale data center environment in New Albany, Ohio. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and documenting critical network hardware and cabling infrastructure that supports mission-critical operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in data centers, structured cabling, telecommunications, network installations, low-voltage systems, hardware deployment, or technical field support. Candidates who are local to the area, willing to relocate, or open to travel for project-based work are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and deploy network equipment including switches, routers, patch panels, and related infrastructure
• Perform hardware replacements and break/fix activities on network devices and components
• Install, label, route, test, and troubleshoot both fiber optic and copper cabling
• Validate network connectivity, asset records, rack elevations, port maps, and installation documentation
• Support hardware upgrades, deployments, decommissions, and Moves, Adds, and Changes (MAC work)
• Assist network engineering teams through Smart Hands support and remote troubleshooting activities
• Maintain accurate documentation, ticket updates, inventory records, and work-order completion notes
• Support receiving, inventory management, equipment staging, and asset tracking processes
• Follow established operational, safety, and customer procedures while working in a mission-critical environment

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year of hands-on technical experience in one or more of the following:
  • Data center operations
  • Hardware installation
  • Rack and stack
  • Telecommunications
  • Structured cabling
  • Low-voltage systems
  • Technical field service
  • Break/fix support
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including switches, routers, fiber optics, and copper connectivity
• Experience working with technical documentation, tickets, asset records, or inventory management systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while following documented procedures
• Ability to pass required background screenings and site access requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting network infrastructure within a data center or critical environment
• Experience installing and replacing switches, optics, transceivers, power supplies, or network hardware components
• Fiber optic installation, testing, cleaning, and troubleshooting experience
• Familiarity with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Mellanox, NVIDIA, or similar networking platforms
• Technical certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, BICSI, FOA, or OSHA 10
• Willingness to relocate to New Albany, OH or travel to site-based projects

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds regularly and move heavier equipment with assistance
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to distinguish cable and fiber color codes
• Comfortable working in varying data center temperatures and environments
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and high-visibility gear
• Ability to support rotating schedules, maintenance windows, nights, weekends, and on-call activities as needed

WHYEVERFORTH
Apex offers exposure to leading hyperscale and enterprise data center programs, technical training and certification opportunities, a clear technical and leadership career path, and the opportunity to support large-scale cloud and AI network infrastructure deployments.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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