About this role
Logistics Technician — Microsoft Data Center
Job 200047326
- Location: Fully on-site
- Travel: Less than 25%
- Type: Full-time, Individual Contributor
- Posted: Aug 7, 2026
- Pay: $23.22–$37.79/hour depending on level/location
Role: Manage data center inventory and logistics, including incoming/outgoing deliveries, inventory audits, equipment movement, vendor coordination, and data-bearing device destruction.
Key responsibilities:
- Track and reconcile IT inventory and perform cycle audits.
- Handle shipping, receiving, package documentation, and material movement.
- Manage data-bearing device destruction and server decommissioning.
- Process hardware warranties, RMAs, and failed equipment returns.
- Coordinate security escorts for third-party vendors.
- Support rack movement and data center logistics activities.
- Monitor inventory levels and report shortages/discrepancies.
- Follow security, safety, and data-management procedures.
- Work 12-hour shifts, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements:
- High school diploma + 6 months experience or internship in inventory, retail, warehouse management, or related work.
- Must pass Microsoft Cloud background screening.
- U.S. citizenship verification is required for this position.
- Must already have U.S. work authorization; no visa sponsorship.
Preferred:
- 2+ years in warehouse/supply chain, IT logistics, or similar environments.
- Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, chassis lifts, or similar equipment.
In short: A hands-on data center logistics and inventory role focused on moving, tracking, receiving, and decommissioning IT equipment rather than software or traditional IT support.