Job Summary:The Data Center Technician will support both the Physical and Virtual Infrastructure of the organization and its facilities. The Data Center Tech will drive data center best practice and relative industry standards into working processes and procedures as/where applicable.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:- Directly support and complete all scheduled data center MACs (Moves/Adds/Changes)
- Hardware installation MACs, including device labeling, power connectivity and network cable connectivity
- Complete hardware support work orders involving: hardware and cabling MACs, certification, troubleshooting and break-fix.
- Asset management, auditing and daily work log/ticket tracking.
- Provide smart-hands assistance as required for multiple customers at various sites within specified SLA response times (on-call duties may apply)
- Maintain a safe and secure operating environment within the data center and report any violations to their immediate supervisor.
- Detailed and thorough documentation and record keeping.
- Maintain site security protocols, badging requirements and data protection procedures
- Ensure all media storage devices (Hard drives, thumb drives, CD/DVD's, etc.) are properly logged, secured and documented to ensure compliance with retention practices.
- Strong working knowledge with server and network hardware/components, copper and fiber infrastructure installation and testing, data center productivity and support tools, applications and software (Windows, Linux, SSH, RDP, Putty, etc.), and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) related tools.
- Coordinate equipment/material receiving, shipping and RMA processing support as/when required.
- Provide vendor and security escorts as needed.
- Provide general cleaning on raised floor, cabinet/rack exterior surfaces, work benches and other areas as needed on a regular basis.
- Support standard and emergency operating procedures for data center.
- Provide status reporting regarding Data Center service availability, performance, capacity utilization as required
- Daily error log reporting and physical DC inspections for general health, power, cooling, hazards, etc.
- Coordinates equipment installation and delivery schedules in accordance with set project plans.
- On-Call duties as needed.
Min
USD $25.00/Hr.
Max
USD $32.00/Da.
Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:- Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s)
- Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- 3+ years working in data centers, operations or related technical field.
- General knowledge of server/network equipment and software support configurations.
- Intermediate understanding of AC/DC power principles, data center power distribution and data center best practices.
- Strong aptitude for independent working environment and high productivity rate.
- Must be able to act as the company liaison for interface with customer representative(s)
- Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s)
- Must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
- Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
Tools:- Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves.
- Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:- Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
- (3) years minimum of data center experience
- Must possess at least (2) active industry certifications
- License required- NO
- Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards
Career Path:Data Center Supervisor
Minimum Years of Experience
4-6
License Required
No
Minimum Education
High School
Overview
IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply
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