Server, Storage & Networking Technician
Santa Barbara County, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Server Storage & Networking Technician
Curvature Technicians are specialists at the core of our operations responsible for the advanced testing configuration and deployment of enterprise server storage and networking solutions. This is a dynamic high-impact role requiring strong hands-on expertise the ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Successful technicians in this role take ownership of their work contribute directly to the success of the business and continuously expand their knowledge of evolving enterprise technologies.
What youll be doing:
- Perform advanced testing and complex configuration/solutioning of x86 Enterprise Server Solutions and Storage Arrays
- Create and configure RAID groups storage pools and logical unit configurations across enterprise storage platforms
- Advanced testing and configuration of Cisco Juniper and other networking equipment
- Execute comprehensive testing and validation of networking server and storage products against full order specifications
- Perform complex hardware assembly diagnostics and root-cause troubleshooting across multi-vendor enterprise environments
- Efficiently manage multiple concurrent projects and orders maintaining accuracy and meeting customer delivery timelines without sacrificing quality
- Ensure all incoming gear is properly tested logged and binned correctly using the Tech Work Space and technician logging systems
- Interface collaboratively with Product Shipping Receiving Repair Material Control and Sales teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment
- Accurately maintain records within the inventory management system and produce technical documentation as required
- Actively pursue continued learning and development in enterprise server storage and networking technologies staying current with industry trends certifications and vendor advancements
- Maintain a safe clean and organized workspace in compliance with operational standards
- Network Infrastructure & Traffic Management: Demonstrate advanced proficiency in IP addressing configurations subnetting and VLAN segmentation; actively manage and validate end-to-end traffic flow across network ports to ensure optimal connectivity and security
- Platform & License Lifecycle Optimization: Manage platform licensing configurations maintaining a deep understanding of feature capabilities entitlement compliance and software constraints to maximize hardware utilization
- Enterprise Hardware Lifecycle Expertise: Apply expert-level knowledge of enterprise hardware architectures component identification and cross-platform hardware compatibility to guide deployment validation and complex troubleshooting workflows
What we are looking for:
- 2 years of hands-on experience with enterprise IT hardware including server storage and networking equipment
- Demonstrated ability to configure and solution complex enterprise environments including RAID configurations storage pools server deployments and operating system installations
- Solid understanding of testing methodology network and storage topology and structured cabling
- Ability to follow and create SOPs as well as interpret technical schematics blueprints and diagrams
- Proven ability to multitask and execute effectively under tight deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality
- Strong customer-service mindset understanding the direct relationship between technical output and customer satisfaction
- Demonstrated ability to work independently establish priorities and drive objectives to completion without close supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical status and issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and inventory/asset management systems
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with advances in enterprise IT infrastructure
- Firm understanding of enterprise server and storage solutions including x86 hardware architecture SAN NAS DAS and Windows Server environments
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bonus:
- Associates or Bachelors degree in a technical discipline strongly preferred
- Industry certification strongly preferred: CompTIA A CompTIA Server Cisco CCNA Cisco CCST or other applicable enterprise IT credential
Travel:
- 0%
Pay Range:
- $24/hr-$32/hr depending on experience
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About Company
Park Place Technologies is a global data center and networking optimization firm. We support your server, storage, & network environments.