Datacenter Technician

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $28.00hr - $33.00hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• 4+ years of experience in datacenter environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with rack, stack, and cabling of servers and switches.
• Knowledge of Windows or Linux operating systems.
• Experience with server firmware upgrades.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot server issues to identify and isolate root causes.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with network administrators to resolve server-related issues, including cable replacement or re-routing, optics replacement on server and switch ports, and installation of upgraded hardware components.
• Temporarily rack, stack, and cable servers or switches to enable remote access by network administrators for configuration and validation activities.
• Provide hands-on support to network administrators for ad hoc requests involving servers or network switches.
• Coordinate procurement of replacement components, install the parts, and manage return shipment of defective hardware to the respective vendors.
• Perform cabling of the server/network device in accordance with approved wiring diagrams and coordinate with network administrators to validate connectivity and operational readiness.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot server issues to identify and isolate root causes with help of remote network or sys admins.
• Perform server firmware upgrades to ensure systems are running on the latest approved versions.
• Configure server IP addresses and default access credentials in accordance with standard procedures.
• Conduct physical inspections as requested or audits of servers, components, and consumables to ensure equipment inventory accuracy.

Skills:

• Datacenter.
• Rack.
• Stack.
• Cabling.
• Windows.
• Linux.
• Server Hardware.
• Firmware Upgrades.
• Troubleshooting.

Qualification And Education:

• 4+ years of experience in a similar role.