Data Center Technician

Only W2 Contract

Rate : $2425 on W2 all Inclusive

I Salman Shaikh would like to share a job opportunity as Data Center Technician based in HuntsvilleAlabama Altoona Iowa HenricoVirginia AshburnVirginia PapillionNebraska Forest City North Carolina Fort Worth Texas Newton County Georgia 5 Day onsite) location for a W2 Contract Only position.

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Data Center Technician

Location : HuntsvilleAlabama Altoona Iowa HenricoVirginia AshburnVirginia PapillionNebraska Forest City North Carolina Fort Worth Texas Newton County Georgia (Onsite Only)

We are seeking a skilled and detailoriented Data Center Technician to join our team for a projectbased role. The technician will perform a variety of tasks including decommissioning hosts installing NVME drives configuring ePDUs racking switches and running fiber in our data centers. This position requires handson experience in data center operations and a commitment to maintaining highquality standards in a fastpaced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Safely remove servers and other equipment from racks.
Document hardware decommissioning processes and update asset records using the organizations designated asset management and tracking systems.
Ensure compliance with data security protocols during hardware disposal.
NVME Installations:
Install NVME drives in servers and ensure proper configuration.
Perform diagnostic testing using basic Linux commands to verify successful installations.
ePDU Configuration:
Configure ePDUs by setting up IP addresses and ensuring MAC addresses and model numbers are accurately reflected in the Asset Management system.
Install ePDUs in racks and verify proper power distribution and load balancing.
Perform functionality tests and update records with accurate configuration details.
Racking and Cabling:
Rack switches and secure equipment following data center best practices.

Go to ERAD location to logically process SSDs
Run and manage fiber and network cabling to ensure clean and efficient connectivity.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate records of installations configurations and decommissions.
Provide status updates to project leads and complete daily task reports.
Must be familiar with a ticketing system and monitoring a queue.
Execute work within a timely manner.

Qualifications:
Proven experience in data center operations or a related field.
Handson experience with hardware installation decommissioning and cabling.
Familiarity with NVME storage ePDUs and network switch configurations.
Knowledge of fiber optic cabling and connectivity standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs).

Preferred Skills:
Basic understanding of networking concepts.
Familiarity with IT asset management tools and inventory systems.
Certifications such as CompTIA Server Cisco CCNA or equivalent are a plus. Will be added advantage.
At least 34 years of experience in data centers performing indepth analysis on servers.
Ability to understand and communicate technical functions of basic server operations.
Ability to maintain a professional relationship with customers.

Work Conditions:
Travel ready when ever is needed to other Data centers.

• Adherence to safety protocols compliance standards Customer Security Standards and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Onsite position requiring work in a data center environment.

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