Engineering and IT Support - Data Center Technician - Technical IT 4

Job#: 3016943

Job Description:

Apex Systems is looking to hire a Data Center Technician for one of our largest clients, if you are interested in applying please send your resume to

Location: PHX - El Mirage or Goodyear Campus

Duration: 6+ months

Shift: B Side Day Shift (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday)

Job Description:

Prepares, stages, sets up, and performs startups and shutdowns (e.g., racks, hard drives, switches) according to specific instructions, checklists, guides, standard protocols, and emails. Performs post-execution quality checks and verifies that grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling are set up properly according to safety protocols, deployment standards, and planned Network Design Tasks (NDTs). Performs diagnostics and troubleshooting following standard procedures, quickly identifies the cause(s) of issues, and replaces faulty components Decommissions hardware for simple changes and refreshes (e.g., memory upgrades, OS rebuilds) following standard procedures with minimal guidance Follows procedures to communicate, report, and escalate incidents to appropriate Datacenter Technician Leads Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Required: Basic knowledge of computer hardware, servers, and components. Required: 1+ year(s) experience supporting IT equipment or related technology. Required: Basic understanding of how to use Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) Required: Flexibility to work non-standard business hours that may include weekends and/or holidays. Previous datacenter experience a plus

The main function of a Data Center Technician is to monitor software to process business, scientific, engineering, and other data according to operating instructions.

Job Responsibilities:

Monitor the system for equipment failure or errors in performance

Respond to program error messages by finding and correcting problems or terminating the program

Help programmers and systems analysts test and debug new programs

Operate spreadsheet programs and other types of software to load and manipulate data and to produce reports

Qualifications:

Associate's degree in computer programming or equivalent training required

5+ years experience required

Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills

Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time

EEO Employer

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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.