Data Center Technician
Core
Install, configure, and maintain servers, storage arrays, and network equipment in a 24/7 production data center environment.
Role type
Data Center Technician (Infrastructure)
Builds
Physical data center infrastructure including compute, networking, and storage hardware
Domain
Data Center Operations / Cloud Infrastructure
Required skills
server hardware installation, storage hardware management, networking, virtualization (Kubernetes, OpenStack, VMware), Linux/Unix administration, SAN connectivity, troubleshooting, command-line interface usage, RMA processes, capacity planning support, disaster recovery execution
Preferred skills
coding for automation, vendor management, change management processes
Technologies
Kubernetes, Linux, OpenStack, VMware, Windows, SAN, PDUs
Responsibilities
Install and maintain servers, storage arrays, and network equipment; manage data center racks, cabling, and physical layout; monitor power and cooling systems; track system performance and investigate issues; carry out hardware and software maintenance including patches and upgrades; document configurations and assets; implement capacity plans; coordinate with remote hands teams; handle shipping, receiving, and RMA activities; maintain asset inventories in DCIM; follow change management processes; contribute to disaster recovery planning.
