Data Center Deployment Lead (Rack Build & Land/Level)
Job ID: 503300 Posted 21 hours ago
San Francisco, California
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$50-60/hr.
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IDR is seeking a Data Center Deployment Lead (Rack Build & Land/Level) to join an exciting, 100% onsite, travel-based opportunity supporting large-scale and hyperscale data center deployments across the US (and potentially Canada). This role will serve as the field execution lead and onsite technical authority for rack build and rack installation (“land & level”), owning quality, coordination, and readiness for downstream connectivity and commissioning.
Position Overview for the Data Center Deployment Lead (Rack Build & Land/Level):
- Lead rack build (Stage 1) execution, ensuring racks meet approved BOMs, designs, and build standards.
- Oversee rack installation (land & level): ingress, placement, leveling, mounting, and securing to floor standards per layout drawings.
- Own quality and readiness sign-off; stop progression on non-conforming work until issues are corrected.
- Serve as onsite technical escalation for configuration/design interpretation; troubleshoot issues and manage risks proactively.
- Coordinate vendors and onsite workstreams (logistics, build, installation, connectivity) and provide clear status reporting.
Requirements for the Data Center Deployment Lead:
- 7+ years of data center infrastructure deployment experience (large-scale/hyperscale preferred).
- Strong rack build/rack-and-stack plus land & level installation knowledge; comfortable reading drawings and floor plans.
- Proven ability to lead onsite teams/vendors with minimal oversight and strong communication skills.
- Willing to be 100% onsite with heavy travel (often 4–5+ weeks per site) across the US; Canada possible (passport preferred).
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass client background checks (some clients review 12–15 years).
What’s in it for you?
- Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more).
- 40 hours/week guaranteed with the opportunity for overtime based on project needs.
- High-impact work supporting cutting-edge data center buildouts nationwide.
- Join an established project delivery team with strong long-term career runway.
Why IDR?
- 25+ years of proven industry experience in 4 major markets.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
- Dedicated Engagement Manager committed to your success.
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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IDR has been in business for over 25 years and offers access to hundreds of companies across the country to work for. For many of the contractors that work for us, there are some unique benefits to being a part of the IDR team. One specific benefit is that we believe our contractors are part of something bigger than yourself. We are an employee-owned company and in an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), as the share price of our company grows, so does your equity in our company. Our contractors, as well as our internal employees, can participate in this plan after one year of service. In addition to joining our ESOP program, you will also receive weekly pay, 401k access, and access to three different benefit plans that cover 50% of the individual premiums along with access to unlimited behavioral health sessions with a licensed counselor.
About Us
IDR, Inc. is an award-winning, employee-owned staffing firm with headquarters in Alpharetta, GA and offices in the Nashville, Dallas, and Denver markets. Founded in 1998, IDR has grown to serve businesses and professionals across industries including IT, healthcare, accounting and finance, government services, and professional services. Recognized for our expertise and the high-touch approach of our Engagement Management Program, IDR continues to build rewarding partnerships with companies and consultants. Our best-in-class service has earned IDR ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Client and Talent awards for ten consecutive years, in addition to awards from Staffing Industry Analysts and Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. With our commitment to empowering talent and developing leaders, we’re passionate about what we do and how we do it, and we look forward to working with you.