Datacenter Technician III

Company: Astreya
Location: Ashburn
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Astreya is the leading IT solutions provider to deliver technology-enabled services and fuel digital transformation to some of the most exciting companies on the planet. We are at the cusp of a new way of working with our delivery model that helps our clients be positively productive by matching exceptional people to on-site teams delivering world-class IT service. With engineers in over 30 countries and 70 cities around the world, we are a global company working with the world's most recognizable and innovative organizations.
What this Job Entails:
The Data Center Technician I will assist with installation of hardware into racks, asset tagging and scanning, cabling, data center maintenance, documenting processes and server installations.
Scope:

• Follows established procedures on routine work
• Requires detailed instructions
  Your Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Assist with 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.
  • Knowledge of Linux server
  • 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. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position,
    Required Qualifications/Skills:
    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 5 to 8 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
    • Understanding of how to cable systems (power/copper/fiber/other) correctly based on ticket requirements and SOP standards
    • Familiarity with working with CAT5e and CAT6 copper cable and multi-mode and single-mode fiber
    • Ability to adapt to changing priorities, conditions, and circumstances
    • Strong organization skills
    • Working knowledge of computer hardware
    • Understanding of networking components and infrastructures
    • Knowledge of copper and fiber testers
    • Excellent troubleshooting skills
    • Understanding of Data Center best practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage)
    • Familiarity 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)
    • Proficiency working with standard desktop PC tools and applications, such as MS Office, MS Outlook, web browsers, etc.
    • Ability to learn new software
      Preferred Qualifications:
      • Certifications in Data Center technologies are desired
      • Hands on experience in electrical, HVAC, and data center infrastructures
      • Familiarity with ticketing systems
      • 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
          What can Astreya offer you?
          • Employment in the fast-growing IT space providing you with a variety of career options
          • Opportunity to work with some of the biggest firms in the world as part of the Astreya delivery network
          • Introduction to new ways of working and awesome technologies
          • Career paths to help you establish where you want to go
          • Focus on internal promotion and internal mobility - we love to build teams from within
          • Free 24/7 accessible Professional Development through LinkedIn Learning and other online courses to give you opportunities to upskill at your own pace
          • Education Assistance
          • Dedicated management to provide you with on point leadership and care
          • Numerous on the job perks

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