Data Center/Hardware Technician Job at Genesis10 in Milpitas

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Data Center / Hardware Technician for a 6‑month+ contract in Milpitas, CA. Pay rate range: up to $47.76 hourly (depending on level of experience). 100% onsite.

Summary

Seeking an experienced Hardware Technician with a strong hands‑on background in rack stacking, hardware troubleshooting, and data center equipment setup. The ideal candidate will deploy and maintain high‑performance computing systems, including computer, networking, and storage infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Rack stack installation: install and configure servers, networking gear, and storage units in data center racks.
• Ensure proper cabling, labeling, and power management.
• Hardware troubleshooting across three core areas:
  • Compute (CPU & GPU): identify and replace faulty components; diagnose thermal, power, or performance issues.
  • Networking: integrate and troubleshoot Ethernet and Infinity bandwidth network infrastructures; configure and test switches and related hardware.
  • Storage systems: replace failed drives; troubleshoot SSD‑based setups, RAID configurations, and parallel file systems; understand file systems, storage policies, and data access performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience in hardware deployment and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of server architecture and components, network cabling and protocols, storage architecture and drive‑level failure recovery, and basic Linux commands and OS.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify and fix hardware issues.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness and enthusiasm to learn emerging technologies and practices in high‑performance computing.
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.