Data Center Technician at Oak Electrical

Overview of the Data Center Technician Role

Introduction to Oak Electrical’s Projects in Plant City

As a Data Center Technician at Oak Electrical, you’ll be part of our multi-year project in Plant City, FL, with additional opportunities in neighboring cities such as Lakeland, Brandon, and Valrico. Your role is critical in supporting the growing infrastructure demands, ensuring that data centers operate efficiently and reliably. This position requires a hands-on approach to managing and maintaining complex systems that are essential for our clients’ operations.

Your Daily Tasks as a Data Center Technician

Installation and Setup

Your day will often begin with installing server racks, cabinets, and power distribution units (PDUs) in our large-scale data centers. Precision is key, so you’ll ensure everything is properly aligned and anchored.

Cable Management and Organization

You’ll be responsible for routing, securing, and labeling high-density cabling within overhead trays, underfloor systems, and racks. A clean and organized setup is essential for operational efficiency, so meticulous attention to detail will be one of your strongest assets.

Testing and Troubleshooting

Using advanced diagnostic tools, you’ll perform cable testing and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You’ll identify and resolve issues swiftly, minimizing downtime for our clients.

Collaboration and Communication

Working closely with project managers, engineers, and other trades is a daily occurrence. Your ability to collaborate and communicate effectively ensures that we meet strict installation schedules and technical requirements.

Maintaining Standards and Documentation

You’ll maintain adherence to cleanliness, safety, and operational standards in sensitive data center environments. Managing materials and inventory, you’ll also provide detailed documentation of completed work to support project tracking and future maintenance.

Additional Common Activities

Regularly updating equipment firmware and software, and conducting preventative maintenance checks are also part of your routine, ensuring systems are secure and up-to-date.

What You Need to Be a Data Center Technician

Experience and Background

To excel in this role, you should have 3-5 years of experience as a Data Center Technician, with a strong background in data center environments. A solid understanding of power and cooling systems, as well as proficiency in cable management and testing tools, is crucial.

Essential Skills

Must-have skills include:

• Expertise in network configurations
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities
• High proficiency in using diagnostic and testing equipment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Hands-On Abilities

Practical, hands-on abilities are a must, as you’ll be actively involved in physical installations, troubleshooting, and repairs.

Compensation

Salary and Advancement

We offer a competitive salary range of $27.66-$36.61 per hour, depending on your experience. There are numerous opportunities for career advancement as you demonstrate expertise and leadership.

Training and Benefits

Oak Electrical is committed to your professional growth. We provide ongoing training and certifications to keep you at the forefront of industry developments. Additionally, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, making this not just a job, but a rewarding career path.