Data Center Technician

Company: Apex Systems
Location: Boardman
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Apex Systems, the 2nd largest IT staffing firm, is looking to hire a Data Center Technician in Boardman, Oregon. This assignment is anticipated to be a 6 month contract to hire; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment. If interested, please apply with updated resume and contact information. We will reach out shortly!
Job Details:We are looking for Data Center Technicians to join our growing Data Center team within infrastructure operations. Scope of work includes troubleshooting and repairing servers with hardware and network issues. Decommission of end-of-life equipment. Work involves hardware diagnostic and replacement of failed components. Removal and destruction of end-of-life retired equipment. Must be able to work effectively with minimum supervision and handle multiple priorities.
Technicians will provide operational support of our Eastern Oregon Data Centers. They'll be responsible for day-to-day incident management of servers and networking equipment. 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
REQUIRED SKILLS

• Hands on experience with x86 architecture-based systems
• Data Center Technician experience
• Understanding of storage devices
• Must exhibit good communication and grammatical skills
• Must be capable of lifting 35lbs
• Must have valid driver's license and their own vehicle
• Must be able to pass background check and drug test
• Must be able to function well under pressure with multiple priorities
  PREFERRED SKILLS
  • Manage work and priorities through ticketing system and coordination with Data Center Manager
  • 3-5 years IT support experience
  • Good knowledge of network design and protocols
  • Experience with Linux or similar OS Good knowledge of network design and protocols
  • Understanding of scripting languages Completion of IT Industry Certifications (CompTIA, CISCO, LPI)

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