Data Center Logistics Technician

Position will be located at Odessa, TX.

What this job involves –

As a Data Center Asset and Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for managing all equipment deliveries, coordinating pick-up and installation, ensuring the receipt of IT hardware and data center supplies, and maintaining accurate inventory records. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work well in a team will be critical in supporting a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders at our data center facility.

What is your day to day:

• Managing and tracking inventory of all data center assets, including server racks, IT equipment, and supplies
• Conducting regular audits of data center inventory to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Preparing server racks, IT equipment, and data center supplies for delivery and coordinating pick-up and installation
• Confirming delivery/receipt of hardware and supplies with appropriate IT stakeholders
• Updating inventory management systems with new arrivals, deployments, and decommissions
• Resolving any inventory-related issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime
• Supporting the shipment and receipt of IT equipment for deployment/storage
• Making arrangements for carrier pick-up based on shipping instructions and data center security protocols
• Maintaining an adequate supply of data center materials and supplies
• Forecasting inventory needs and initiating reorder processes when necessary
• Reporting defective IT equipment or questionable conditions to the data center supervisor
• Keeping the data center work area and equipment clean and orderly
• Following prescribed safety regulations and data center-specific protocols
• Complying with all policies and procedures of JLL and the data center facility
• Performing any other inventory-related duties and tasks assigned within the data center environment

Desired experience and technical skills –

Required:

• At least one (1) year working in inventory management, preferably in a data center or IT infrastructure environment
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Experience with inventory management systems and asset tracking software
• Familiarity with basic data center operations and IT equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for inventory optimization
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• High degree of accuracy for handling sensitive IT equipment and managing inventory within the data center
• Ability to frequently walk up and down stairs for inspections and inventory counts in the data center
• Ability to detect emergency alarms (auditory and/or visual) in a noisy data center environment
• Ability to lift 60 lbs. repeatedly, including server equipment and UPS batteries

Preferred:

• Associate's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in data centers
• Familiarity with data center security protocols and handling of sensitive equipment
• Experience with barcode scanning and RFID technology for inventory tracking
• Knowledge of inventory best practices and lean management principles