Data Center Technician L2
Milestone Technologies is a global IT managed services firm that partners with organizations to scale their technology, infrastructure, and services to drive specific business outcomes such as digital transformation, innovation, and operational agility. With a focus on building an employee-first, performance-based culture, Milestone has supported category-defining enterprise clients for over 25 years. The company specializes in Application Services and Consulting, Digital Product Engineering, Digital Workplace Services, Private Cloud Services, AI/Automation, and ServiceNow. Milestone’s collaborative and inclusive environment empowers employees to reach their full potential while delivering industry-leading innovation through key technology partnerships and a people-first approach. With more than 3,000 employees serving over 200 companies worldwide, Milestone continues to revolutionize IT deployment.
Responsibilities
- Install, rack, stack, cable, label, and decommission servers, storage arrays, network devices, and related equipment.
- Perform hardware break-fix activities, including replacement of components such as drives, memory, power supplies, GPUs, and network adapters.
- Execute planned maintenance activities and support infrastructure upgrades.
- Monitor data center health and environmental systems, including power, cooling, and rack space utilization.
- Support system deployments and migrations while minimizing operational impact.
- Troubleshoot hardware, connectivity, and infrastructure issues independently.
- Respond to incidents within established service level agreements (SLAs).
- Escalate unresolved issues to engineering teams and vendors as required.
- Perform root cause analysis and document findings for recurring issues.
- Install and maintain copper and fiber optic cabling.
- Ensure proper cable management, labeling, and documentation standards.
- Verify network and power connectivity for new and existing deployments.
- Maintain rack layouts, equipment inventories, and asset tracking systems.
- Create and update operational procedures, work instructions, and deployment documentation.
- Accurately document maintenance activities, incidents, and change records.
- Follow change management, security, and safety procedures.
- Maintain compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Level I technicians.
- Collaborate with network, systems, engineering, and facilities teams.
- Participate in project planning and implementation efforts.
- Support after-hours maintenance and on-call activities as required.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in data center operations, IT infrastructure support, or related technical environments.
- Experience with server hardware, storage systems, and networking equipment.
- Knowledge of data center best practices, rack layouts, and cable management.
- Experience replacing hardware components and performing diagnostics.
- Ability to read technical documentation and follow detailed procedures.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale or hyperscale data centers.
- Familiarity with Dell, HPE, Cisco, Arista, Nvidia, Supermicro, or similar platforms.
- Experience with GPU-based infrastructure and high-performance computing environments.
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows server environments.
- Understanding of DCIM tools, asset management systems, and ticketing platforms.
- CompTIA Server+, Network+, A+, or equivalent certifications.
Skills
- Server deployment and maintenance
- Hardware diagnostics and repair
- Fiber and copper cabling
- Network connectivity troubleshooting
- Asset and inventory management
- Data center power and cooling awareness
- Change management processes
- Basic Linux and Windows administration
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in raised-floor and rack environments.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and after-hours maintenance windows when required.
Pay
Estimated Pay Range: $21.15 - $32.00 USD. Exact compensation and offers of employment are dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, licenses or certifications, and location.