Data Center Technician - Chester, VA

CoreWeave • Chester, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CoreWeave is hiring Data Center Technicians across a range of experience levels for its Data Center Operations team. In this salaried, 100% on-site role, the technician performs hands-on hardware and network diagnostics, equipment installations, structured cabling, and physical repairs to help ensure service availability, physical reliability, and operational excellence. Responsibilities and autonomy are matched to the technician’s experience, with opportunities to develop technical skills and take on more complex work. Candidates are leveled during the interview process based on technical expertise, experience, and problem-solving ability.

The role requires participation in a rotating on-call schedule, living within 60 minutes of the site, and travel of up to 15% to other data center locations as needed. Essential physical duties include moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; remaining stationary for extended periods; accessing equipment in confined spaces, under-floor areas, and on ladders; precisely handling small components and cabling; and working in aisle temperatures ranging from 60°F to 90°F. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

The posted base salary range is $65,000 to $85,000. Starting salary depends on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. The total rewards package may include a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and benefits, subject to eligibility. The position requires access to export-controlled information and applicants must meet applicable U.S. government export-control eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience or coursework in computer hardware assembly, installation, and physical and logical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and fundamental networking concepts.
• Ability to follow established procedures, prioritize tasks, troubleshoot technical issues, and recognize when to ask for guidance or escalate.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, a collaborative and curious mindset, and a commitment to high reliability standards.
• Willingness to build technical skills, learn new systems, and take on responsibilities that match experience.
• Ability to move and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while performing diagnostics and repairs.
• Ability to access equipment in confined spaces, under-floor areas, and on ladders.
• Ability to handle small hardware components, connectors, and cabling with precision.
• Ability to work in data center environments with hot/cold aisle temperatures ranging from 60°F to 90°F.
• Must live within 60 minutes of the site to support on-call responsibilities.
• Must be able to travel up to 15% to other data center locations as needed.
• Must meet applicable U.S. government export-control eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Networking, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in enterprise or commercial data center environments.
• Experience with Linux OS administration, command-line tools, and device provisioning.
• Scripting and automation experience with Python, Bash, or shell scripts.
• Networking experience with Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, or enterprise switch/router configurations.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Linux+.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, rack, stack, and maintain data center server, storage, and networking hardware.
• Maintain hot/cold aisle containment, conduct inventory audits, and perform routine physical maintenance.
• Conduct hardware and network diagnostics on live and offline systems.
• Troubleshoot ticketed issues, replace components, and perform physical repairs.
• Support equipment installations, device provisioning, and operating system installations, with work complexity increasing as experience grows.
• Maintain cable management and structured cabling standards and follow physical and cybersecurity protocols.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ticket updates.
• Contribute to standard operating procedures, technical documentation, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with local and cross-functional teams to support operational readiness.
• Share knowledge and contribute to team training and development.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and be available to arrive on-site within 60 minutes when an incident requires hands-on support.
• Travel to other data center locations as needed, up to 15%.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus, subject to eligibility.
• Equity awards, subject to eligibility.
• Medical insurance, 100% paid for by CoreWeave for eligible U.S. full-time employees.
• Dental insurance, 100% paid for by CoreWeave for eligible U.S. full-time employees.
• Vision insurance, 100% paid for by CoreWeave for eligible U.S. full-time employees.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Health Savings Account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Mental wellness benefits through Spring Health.
• Family-forming support provided by Carrot.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside.
• 401(k) with a generous employer match.
• Flexible PTO.
• Catered lunch each day in office and data center locations.
• Casual work environment.
• Work culture focused on innovative disruption.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed