TEKsystems currently has multiple Data Center Logistics Technician position available with a large client in the Northlake, IL area. Ideally looking for someone that has worked within a Data Center logistics position before or some from a Warehouse based environment that has education within IT. Current or former Military experience would also qualify. Feel free to apply if you'd like to learn more.
Top Skills' Details
1-3+ years experience in data center environment, circular center, warehouse/supply chain IT and logistics environment
2+ years Data Center server/hardware experience - harvested critical server components
2+ years break/fix exp.
Job Responsibilities:
Monitor the system for equipment failure or errors in performance
Respond to program error messages by finding and correcting problems or terminating the program
Help programmers and systems analysts test and debug new programs
Operate spreadsheet programs and other @types of software to load and manipulate data and to produce reports
Qualifications:
Associate's degree in computer programming or equivalent training required
2-4 years experience required
Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills
Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time
Description
Performs assigned tasks and escalates issues during high-volume work activity or escalation-based situations. Leverages process knowledge and best judgment to complete next task without direct supervision. Coordinates, prepares, and executes incoming/outgoing deliveries (e.g. purchase order (PO) receiving, Rack Movement Supervisor (RMS) activities). Ensures complete and detailed physical inventory tracking and staging. Performs inventory cycle audits, data corrections, and various Data Center regulatory compliance or certification control audit activity. Performs material movement, including shipping/receiving and inventory management per standard process. Ensures detailed physical inventory tracking and staging. Performs destruction of data bearing devices (DBD) following all documented procedures and runbooks
Harvest critical server components including NICCs, motherboards, DIMMs, and CPUs, ensuring proper tray placement and accurate documentation in Dynamics 365.
Execute DBD (Data Bearing Device) shredding in alignment with security standards, ensuring all devices were physically and logically destroyed.
Support ARA (Asset Receiving Area) operations by receiving racks, scanning assets, and preparing hardware for DBD removal, ITAD processing, harvesting, or parts testing.
Prepare and pre-pack assets for ITAD by scanning individual components on racks and pallets in Dynamics 365 to maintain full traceability.
Document and process outbound shipments, verifying correct racks, pallets, carriers, and seals while maintaining strict safety practices during equipment movement.
Manage and track consumable inventory, maintaining accurate counts and availability of required materials. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support logistics, distribution handling, and rack-level operations while maintaining data center cleanliness and safety standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Basic understand of computer applications and software
Previous data center experience
Technology certifications is a plus (CompTIA A+, etc.)
Work Environment
M-F regular business hours
15 Techs - A side shift (Sun-Tues) Rotating Wednesday (12 hour shifts either 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am)
15 Techs - B side shift (Thurs-Sat) Rotating Wednesdays (12 hour shifts either 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am )
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Northlake, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/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 Northlake,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.
h4>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.
