Datacenter Technician

The Data Center Technician II will assist with installation of hardware into racks, asset tagging and scanning, cabling, data center maintenance, documenting processes and server installations. Scope: Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues Requires some instruction on new assignments and infrequent checks on daily work Your Roles and Responsibilities: Participate in installing, moving, and decommissioning hardware including cabinets, shelves, power strips, rails, fiber/copper/other cables and cable management, servers, storage, and other devices in the Data Center. Confirm and label devices, rack and cables. Work in a standard ticketing system, providing clear, timely, and appropriate customer communications. Work under the direction of Site Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager) and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Program Policies, Safety Policies, and Security Policies, while meeting requirements for quality and quantity of work. Other duties as required. Required Qualifications/Skills: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Ability to respond to any On-Call request within 1 hour, while on-call Effectively utilize the ticket management systems Ability to cable systems (power/copper/fiber/other) correctly based on ticket requirements and SOP standards Experience working with CAT5e and CAT6 copper cable and multi-mode and single-mode fiber Ability to adapt to changing priorities, conditions, and circumstances Working knowledge of computer hardware Understanding of networking components and infrastructures Knowledge of copper and fiber testers Understanding of Data Center best practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage) Experience with cable management and knowledge of how to run fiber and copper in a data center Some knowledge of Data-Center electrical, HVAC, and bandwidth infrastructures as well as fiber/copper topologies Able to operate material handling equipment – server lifts, pallet jacks, and forklifts (if certified) Ability to learn new software Must provide own transportation to work locations Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in Data Center technologies are desired Hands on experience in electrical, HVAC, and data center infrastructures Working knowledge of networking components and infrastructures, including Wi-Fi Physical Demand & Work Environment: Physically assist in moving and racking equipment. Able to safely lift and move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment Must be able to use a computer Must have the ability to communicate effectively Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers EEO Statement: Astreya is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

#J-18808-Ljbffr