Data Center Technician
If you are interested in applying for our Data Center Technician role, please send your resume to eschnell@apexsystems.com
Location : Hayward, CA
Length : 6 month contract to hire
Responsibilities / Summary : For this position you will be tasked with maintaining the hardware infrastructure of the latest cloud computing server technologies. The ideal candidate will be able to quickly and accurately resolve issues with server and network hardware through root cause analysis with a solid understanding of computers, servers, network devices and command line diagnostics.
You must possess :
- Technical aptitude and the ability to communicate advanced technical information with a variety individuals of varying technical knowledge, good situational awareness, the capability to contribute to strong inter and intra-team development, strong analytical skills, demonstrated problem solving ability, and the ability to operate solo or as part of a team with varying degrees of supervision.
- This position requires the ability to successfully operate in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations while handling multiple critical priorities simultaneously.
- Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate effective examples of situations where personal initiative and judgment were used to benefit team objectives.
Additional Skills :
1+ year of Server experience.1+ years of Computer Networking experience.1+ years of Linux Operating Systems experience.All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations.Candidates should be able to lift up to 50lbs and or work in elevated locationsKey job responsibilities :
Performing server rack installations, hardware break-fix on various components, troubleshooting network issues, and responding to operational incidents that impact service availability, escalating to senior technicians and management as needed / requiredServing as a primary contact point for both internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, software developers, vendors, and contractorsPerforming on-call duties and participating in scheduled maintenance and change management activitiesContributing to documentation and process improvement initiatives based on your analysis of operational issuesHelping to train and onboard new team membersAll physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations :
Regularly lift and / or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ poundsAbility to work in an environment that operates 24 / 7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as neededWorking in cramped and / or elevated and / or noisy environmentsBending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a dayAscending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitationApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.