Data Center Infrastructure Jobs in Illinois
Data Center Infrastructure jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Mettawa and other Illinois metros, with employers like Prime Data Centers, Rush University Medical Center, and Abbvie Bioresearch Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What you’ll be doing:
- Hardware installation & configuration of enterprise servers and cabling infrastructure.
- Hardware Break/Fix replacement of FRUs.
- Rack installation including putting racks in place, cabling, power up and handoff of servers to internal provisioning teams.
- Troubleshooting and resolve Telco Connectivity issues.
- Troubleshoot & Replace Network Switch equipment.
- You will communicate within a ticketing environment that is used and supervised by multiple internal Oracle Cloud service owners and teams.
- Documentation of activities and build/modify SOPs.
- Structured cabling, labelling, and troubleshooting of fiber/copper/telecom cables.
- System power supplies and cabling install, fix and repair.
- Install, Remove, tackle issues in hardware in data centers racks without disturbing other hardware and critical infrastructure on site.
- Maintain asset inventory and update internal application as needed.
- Participate and complete training that aligns with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies.
- Act within Service Level Agreements (SLA) on the tickets assigned to you in your space.
Requirements
- Knowledge of server/storage/network hardware.
- Strong interest in learning new DC concepts.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Night Shift – (4 days per week, 10-hour shifts). May include weekends and holidays.
- 2+ years working in an IT environment.
- Experience solving problems on servers, networking devices and IT equipment.
- Inventory management experience. Ordering, receiving, and shipping server parts.
- Experience taking on-call shifts and ability to respond to critical events as needed.
- Experience raising issues to Sr. onsite staff and management as needed.
- IT Hardware Concepts knowledge (RAID, SAN, SCIS, Linux/Unix, GRUB).
- Knowledge of trunk infrastructure is a plus.
- Travel up to 25% outside of region and as needed intra-region.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-year or 4-year degree or 4+ Years of experience.
- 1 year+ experience in Structured Cabling Copper/Fiber, testing of cables, Cooling and Electrical systems concepts inside the data center.
Career Level – IC2
What you’ll be doing:
- Hardware installation & configuration of enterprise servers and cabling infrastructure.
- Hardware Break/Fix replacement of FRUs.
- Rack installation including putting racks in place, cabling, power up and handoff of servers to internal provisioning teams.
- Troubleshooting and resolve Telco Connectivity issues.
- Troubleshoot & Replace Network Switch equipment.
- You will communicate within a ticketing environment that is used and supervised by multiple internal Oracle Cloud service owners and teams.
- Documentation of activities and build/modify SOPs.
- Structured cabling, labelling, and troubleshooting of fiber/copper/telecom cables.
- System power supplies and cabling install, fix and repair.
- Install, Remove, tackle issues in hardware in data centers racks without disturbing other hardware and critical infrastructure on site.
- Maintain asset inventory and update internal application as needed.
- Participate and complete training that aligns with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies.
- Act within Service Level Agreements (SLA) on the tickets assigned to you in your space.
Requirements
- Knowledge of server/storage/network hardware.
- Strong interest in learning new DC concepts.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Night Shift – (4 days per week, 10-hour shifts). May include weekends and holidays.
- 2+ years working in an IT environment.
- Experience solving problems on servers, networking devices and IT equipment.
- Inventory management experience. Ordering, receiving, and shipping server parts.
- Experience taking on-call shifts and ability to respond to critical events as needed.
- Experience raising issues to Sr. onsite staff and management as needed.
- IT Hardware Concepts knowledge (RAID, SAN, SCIS, Linux/Unix, GRUB).
- Knowledge of trunk infrastructure is a plus.
- Travel up to 25% outside of region and as needed intra-region.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-year or 4-year degree or 4+ Years of experience.
- 1 year+ experience in Structured Cabling Copper/Fiber, testing of cables, Cooling and Electrical systems concepts inside the data center.
Career Level – IC2
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Data Center Infrastructure Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Prime Data Centers9
- Rush University Medical Center8
- Abbvie Bioresearch Center7
- Oracle6
- Worldwide Mission Critical4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software22
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals7
- Energy2
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data center infrastructure jobs across Illinois.
- Experience maintaining or operating critical data center infrastructure including power, cooling, and cabling systems
- Familiarity with DCIM tools and ticketing systems such as ServiceNow or Remedy
- Knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier standards and ASHRAE thermal guidelines
- Industry certifications such as BICSI RCDD, CompTIA Network+, or Uptime Institute ATD
- Ability to read and interpret single-line electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
Data Center Infrastructure Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many data center infrastructure jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 48+ data center infrastructure openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Mettawa. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do data center infrastructures make in Illinois?
Data center infrastructures in Illinois earn a median of about $171,730 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,350 for the lowest 10% to over $273,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most data center infrastructure jobs?
Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Mettawa have the most data center infrastructure openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire data center infrastructures in Illinois?
Employers hiring data center infrastructures in Illinois include Prime Data Centers, Rush University Medical Center, and Abbvie Bioresearch Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote data center infrastructure jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 19% of data center infrastructure openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for data center infrastructure jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to data center infrastructure jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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