Data Center Technician (Wenatchee, WA)

About the role

CrowdStrike is seeking a skilled Data Center Technician to join our team. This hands-on role focuses on installing and configuring data center hardware while maintaining operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installation, configuration, and testing of data center equipment
• Server and network upgrades within a production data center
• Run fiber optic and copper cabling to support growing infrastructure
• Maintain proper cable documentation and cable management standards
• Conduct Server configuration & Layer 2 Network configuration
• Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues
• Follow data center best practices and security protocols
• Aid with inventory management and asset tracking
• Participate in Data Center and expansion builds outs
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience supporting Production Data Centers
• Comfortable using a command line interface
• Hands-on experience installing fiber optic cabling
• Basic understanding of power cabling and PDUs ("Power Distribution Units")
• Familiarity with Linux and other network operating systems
• Familiar with server, storage, network technologies
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb
• Ability to express good judgment to take action & move forward
• Ability to work collaboratively with both local and remote teams
• Must be able to work on-site in Wenatchee, WA
• May require occasional off-hours work for maintenance windows
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Bonus Points

• Experience supporting a large scale Production Data Center
• Knowledge with routing systems such as Cisco, Linux, Arista
• Industry certifications a plus (e.g. CCNA, CompTIA+, Linux, etc.)
• Familiarity with a scripting language such as Bash, Python, GoLang
• Comfortable using a command line interface

Qualifications

• Basic technical knowledge
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Team player

Skills

• Linux
• Computer hardware components
• Networking
• Power distribution units (PDUs)
• Routing systems
• Scripting languages
• Command line interface

Benefits

Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
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