Axelon
Global Financial Firm located in Jersey City, NJ has an immediate contract for an experienced Data Center Consultant
12 Month Contract
Hybrid- Onsite
Rate: $591/daily on ***
JOB DESCRIPTION Duties in Scope • Installing and un-installing hardware in the Data Center • Running UTP and fiber cables in the Data Center • Provide and maintain data cabling and associated documentation within the data center. • Managing a DCIM tool • Perform basic network troubleshooting/diagnosis • Utilize network test equipment including a power meter and light source, CAT 6 Cable Tester. • Provide support at multiple sites stretching across multiple cities. • Replace defective components and test the final product to assure that quality requirements are met • Communicate effectively in tickets, emails or messaging applications with management and peers • Good organization skills. Neatness counts • Possess a valid driver license and reliable transportation • Ability to carry and/or lift tools, kits or parts of up to 50-75 lbs. • Completion pf paperwork including time sheet, expense reports, and daily reports accurately and on time • Assist with shipping and receiving and its associated processes • Work with vendors and internal requesters to troubleshoot/resolve issues • Provide proactive and break fix support for alarm/ticket remediation related to facilities/telecom/datacenter equipment
Key Competencies • Planning and Organizing • Reporting • Record keeping • Managing Tasks • Excellent communication and organizational skills • Strong team player
Skills, Knowledge and Experience • Demonstrated experience with data center cabling and racking. • Familiar with Data Center environment, topologies pre-terminated fiber • Knowledgeable in Data center practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage) • Strong knowledge of UTP, Fiber Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations. • Strong knowledge of commonly used single and multimode optics (Cisco 1G, 10G, 40G, 100G) • Manage all documentation, new implementations, hardware upgrades and planned maintenance. • Preferred 1 year experience working in a production datacenter preferably in the financial industry. • Associate's Degree in related field preferred • Working knowledge of computer hardware • Dell certifications preferred
Service Locations • Equinix NY5, 800 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094 • 485 US Highway 1 South - Building D, Iselin, NJ 08830 • 165 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey, NJ 07102 • Equinix NY4, 755 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094 • Nasdaq, 1400 Federal Boulevard, Carteret, New Jersey, NJ 07008 • 787, 7th avenue, New York, NY 10019 • 525 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310 • Equinix DC3, 44470 Chilum Place, Ashburn, VA 20147
12 Month Contract
Hybrid- Onsite
Rate: $591/daily on ***
JOB DESCRIPTION Duties in Scope • Installing and un-installing hardware in the Data Center • Running UTP and fiber cables in the Data Center • Provide and maintain data cabling and associated documentation within the data center. • Managing a DCIM tool • Perform basic network troubleshooting/diagnosis • Utilize network test equipment including a power meter and light source, CAT 6 Cable Tester. • Provide support at multiple sites stretching across multiple cities. • Replace defective components and test the final product to assure that quality requirements are met • Communicate effectively in tickets, emails or messaging applications with management and peers • Good organization skills. Neatness counts • Possess a valid driver license and reliable transportation • Ability to carry and/or lift tools, kits or parts of up to 50-75 lbs. • Completion pf paperwork including time sheet, expense reports, and daily reports accurately and on time • Assist with shipping and receiving and its associated processes • Work with vendors and internal requesters to troubleshoot/resolve issues • Provide proactive and break fix support for alarm/ticket remediation related to facilities/telecom/datacenter equipment
Key Competencies • Planning and Organizing • Reporting • Record keeping • Managing Tasks • Excellent communication and organizational skills • Strong team player
Skills, Knowledge and Experience • Demonstrated experience with data center cabling and racking. • Familiar with Data Center environment, topologies pre-terminated fiber • Knowledgeable in Data center practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage) • Strong knowledge of UTP, Fiber Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations. • Strong knowledge of commonly used single and multimode optics (Cisco 1G, 10G, 40G, 100G) • Manage all documentation, new implementations, hardware upgrades and planned maintenance. • Preferred 1 year experience working in a production datacenter preferably in the financial industry. • Associate's Degree in related field preferred • Working knowledge of computer hardware • Dell certifications preferred
Service Locations • Equinix NY5, 800 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094 • 485 US Highway 1 South - Building D, Iselin, NJ 08830 • 165 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey, NJ 07102 • Equinix NY4, 755 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094 • Nasdaq, 1400 Federal Boulevard, Carteret, New Jersey, NJ 07008 • 787, 7th avenue, New York, NY 10019 • 525 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310 • Equinix DC3, 44470 Chilum Place, Ashburn, VA 20147