Hardware Technician
Connection•Lake Forest, IL
•$28 - $35•Onsite
About The Position
Hardware Technician – Data Center (On-Site | Lake Forest, IL) $34–36/hr | Full-Time (Perm role) Join our client's data center operations team supporting critical hardware infrastructure. This hands-on role focuses on server installations, cabling, troubleshooting, and equipment lifecycle management in an enterprise environment. Schedule: • Monday–Friday, 10 AM – 7 PM • Initial training: 1–2 weeks, 8 AM – 5 PM • On-call rotation: 1 week/month ($100 stipend + paid hours worked)
Requirements
- Understanding of data center infrastructure (servers, switches, firewalls, routers)
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience documenting and tracking IT assets and hardware
- Clear communication and ability to collaborate across teams
- Comfortable climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs (team lift)
- 1+ year experience with structured cabling (copper/fiber) and cable testing
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Certifications are a plus but not required
- Enterprise environment experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Install, rack, and maintain data center hardware (servers, storage, networking equipment)
- Perform rack/stack, cable management, and structured cabling (fiber & copper)
- Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues
- Manage inventory, asset tracking, and equipment documentation
- Ship/receive hardware and maintain accurate records
- Work within a multi-team ticketing environment
- Travel occasionally between Lake Forest Data Center and Elk Grove Village co-location site
Benefits
- On-call rotation: 1 week/month ($100 stipend + paid hours worked)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
