Data Center Technician - Data Center Technician II

Job#: 3021063

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Data Center Technician II

DURATION: 6 MONTHS

LOCATION: ONSITE IN BOARDMAN, OR

PAY RATE: $25 - 30 HOURLY

Job Description: As a Data Center Technician, you serve as one of many primary resolvers for your support team, skilled at troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware infrastructure issues. You support and share knowledge of these technologies with team members. You possess basic to intermediate system administration skills and work autonomously to resolve server issues. You understand all aspects of the equipment you support. You know how to take direction when given, paying attention to all details involved. You work well with a team. You are receptive to feedback and able to adjust performance and behavior as required for the position.

Job Requirements and Working Conditions:

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

2-3 years of experience in data center operations or related technical field

Basic networking knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP

Experience with server hardware installation and maintenance

1+ years of Linux operating systems experience

Associate's degree in IT-related field or equivalent professional or military experience

2+ years of experience with server hardware

Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system

Understanding of storage devices

Technical Skills:

Ability to perform hardware replacements and repairs

Understanding of cooling systems and power distribution

Basic Linux/Unix command line knowledge

Experience with ticketing systems and documentation

Ability to perform basic network troubleshooting

Additional Qualifications:

Associate's degree in IT or related field

Industry certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+)

A+ or CND (Certified Network Defender) or Network+ or Security+

2+ years of data center experience

Physical Environment and Safety Protocols:

Must successfully pass through metal detection equipment daily

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Standing/walking for extended periods

Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

Capability to work in various environmental conditions

Temperature fluctuations dependent on seasonal changes and external weather conditions

Work areas may contain environmental allergens and airborne particles including dust

Ability to adapt to varying temperature conditions within the data center environment

Must be comfortable working in confined spaces when necessary

Ability to follow required security protocols including metal detection screening

Important Notice:

This position operates in a secure data center environment where certain working conditions are inherent to the role and essential to operations. These conditions cannot be modified without impacting core job functions.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.