Data Center Tech

Company: Apex Systems
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

Apex Systems has a client with an opening for a Data Center Tech for a 12 Month Contract based in Santa Clara, CA. if you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please reach out directly to Brian McCann at Position: Data Center Technician Location: Santa Clara, CA Length: 12 Month Contract JOB SUMMARY: Work with client teams to perform datacenter repair tech duties such as provisioning, repairs, decommissioning, moves, troubleshooting, shipping, and inventory management. Help ensure operational readiness of IT hardware by offering detailed, ongoing serviceability feedback.Job Duties:

• In-depth usage of command-line tools and techniques, both Linux and client-specific.
• Hardware installation, rack and stack, cabling, provisioning and decommission.
• Hardware diagnosis and/or repairs
• Coordinate with internal DC teams: ENS, DRT, DCC, Power and space on dependent tasks, e.g. Network configuration on a rack that is needed for a new server
• Task/ticket management
• Device/System configuration
• System troubleshooting with remote engineers
• Document installation, repair procedures and rack layouts
• Provide feedback for HW troubleshooting, testing and installation
• Validate repair documentation for IT hardware and configurations.
• Support on-site vendor visits by escorting and assistance with internal tools.
• Asset/Inventory Management
• Equipment support RMA
• Assist in development of hardware requirements and specifications
• Other tasks as required to support IT service on local basis Work Schedule --- Monday to Friday during normal business hours. --- After hours on-call support as neededKNOWLEDGE SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • Basic understanding of server hardware
  • Proficiency on the Linux command line with common UNIX tools
  • Proficiency on the Windows Operating System
  • 2-4 years experience with Linux system administration, network administration
  • Driven, self-motivated work ethic
  • Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt to constant change
  • Focused, detail oriented, able to manage and analyze technical data from multiple sources
  • Ability to dynamically switch between people-oriented and technically-oriented mindsets
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Summary: The main function of a data center technician is to fulfill all requests for new hardware and maintain that hardware throughout its life-cycle. The typical data center technician will test, organize, and audit data center inventory.Job Responsibilities:
    • Monitor data center environment and equipment, maintaining servers when necessary.
    • Test data center hardware.
    • Process requests for new hardware, as well as cancelations of requests.
    • Clean, organize, and inspect the data center.
    • Perform maintenance tasks on servers and hardware inventory. Skills:
      • Knowledge of RPM based Linux Distributions
      • Basic Knowledge of Networking.
      • Strong understanding of server hardware.
      • Customer service and problem solving skills.
      • Team oriented with attention for detail. EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or - provided by Dice

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