Data Center Technician

Company: TEKsystems
Location: Kennewick
Posted on: April 30, 2021

Job Description:

Description: Data Center TechnicianWe are looking for Data Center Technicians to join a growing team within infrastructure operations. Scope of work includes troubleshooting and repairing servers with hardware and network issue. Work involves hardware diagnostic and replacement of failed components. Must be able to work effectively with minimum supervision and handle multiple priorities.Technician will provide operational support of the Eastern Oregon Data Centers. They'll be responsible for day to day incident management of servers and networking equipment and project work and capacity management. The engineer will work closely with the Data Center Manager on projects scheduling and directing work for junior technicians and associates. A Data Center experience with troubleshooting and hardware is going to be crucial for this role from a technical standpoint. Personality and a "team like willingness" is important from a soft skill perspective. The customer is currently doubling the amount of Data Centers in Eastern Oregon, so that will remain to be a growing area within the DC's.Basic QualificationsLooking for people who are open to working all shifts--- Walk job sites in uneven terrain.--- Work at heights and from ladders.--- Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch.--- Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41 pounds or more--- Carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds for short distances.--- Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration.--- Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance--- Occasional bending or twisting of the body--- Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired--- Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects--- Push or pull heavy objects into position--- Work in a noisy areas with hotter and colder temperatures than standard office environmental conditions.--- Occasional work in tight and/or narrow spaces, such as under raised floorsSome travel may be requiredPreferred QualificationsManage work and priorities through ticketing system and coordination with Data Center Manager3-5 years IT support experienceData Center Technician experienceExperience with Linux or similar OSGood knowledge of network design and protocolsUnderstanding of storage devicesUnderstanding of scripting languagesMust exhibit good communication and grammatical skillsMust be capable of lifting 40+lbsMust be able to function well under pressure with multiple priorities Skills: hardware, data center, troubleshooting, hardware troubleshooting, repair Top Skills Details: 1. 6+ months experience within IT (school is okay)2. Hardware troubleshooting3. Swapping parts and troubleshooting part failures Additional Skills & Qualifications: Hard work ethic, excellent communication, team player, and positive attitude are critical for success. Experience Level: Intermediate Level About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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