Data Center Technician, DCC Communities

Key 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/required
• Serving as a primary contact point for both internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, software developers, vendors, and contractors
• Performing on-call duties and participating in scheduled maintenance and change management activities
• Contributing to documentation and process improvement initiatives based on your analysis of operational issues
• Helping to train and onboard new team members

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
• Working in cramped and/or elevated locations
• Bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching
• Standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation
• Work in a noisy environment
• Work shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24/7 operations (covering both night and day shifts)

Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma
• 1+ years of computer/server hardware troubleshooting or related IT experience
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
• Experience working in a Data Center environment
• An Associate's degree, technical certification, or equivalent professional or military experience in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, networking engineering, etc.)
• Understanding of network design, protocols and layer 1/2 troubleshooting

Essential Requirements

• Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
• Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
• Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs
• Responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license to travel within the regional work area, as company transportation will not be provided

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $27.00 - $48.00 USD hourly (final starting pay based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location)
• Starting Day 1 of employment: EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching
• Lump sum stipend provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position

Schedule

• This role supports data centers in various operational stages and operates 24/7
• Work shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24/7 operations (covering both night and day shifts)
• Required to work shift work that will include days/nights/weekends/holidays
• The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational