Network Administrator

About the role

We are seeking a Network Administrator to provide onsite technical support for a data center and its equipment, ensuring continuous availability. This role involves coordinating, monitoring, administering, and servicing technical environments. The position requires working a night shift schedule of four 10-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform network and server installation and maintenance, including racking, stacking, cabling, and component replacement.
• Provide support for data center staging, deployment, logistics, and asset management.
• Conduct site builds and refreshes, adhering to established quality standards.
• Execute data center hardware break/fix tasks, including component replacement and troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain rack elevations within a DCIM application (e.g., Nlyte).
• Maintain inventory control and documentation for systems and components.
• Troubleshoot, escalate, and report on incidents and problems to ensure resolution.
• Maintain and configure network and data center equipment to ensure efficient operations.
• Lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

• Intermediate experience in a Data Center or IT Operations environment.
• Experience with software and hardware tools used in data center functions.
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN topologies, protocols, and standards.
• Experience with out-of-band management/KVM systems and power distribution units (PDUs).
• Familiarity with server hardware, components, and network cabling standards.
• Knowledge of electrical and optical transceivers (SFP+, QSFP+).
• Familiarity with data center design related to heat dissipation and airflow.

Skills

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 environment, including on-call rotation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to terminate Cat 6 cabling.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
• Experience and technical training in WAN/LAN communications, including installing and configuring Cisco routers and switches.
• Advanced skill in diagnosing and troubleshooting IT system issues.
• Experience presenting technical solutions or recommendations.

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination 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.