About the position
Our infrastructure team are seeking a detail-oriented Data Center Technician, to maintain optimal data center operations at our New Jersey locations through hardware management, system monitoring, and infrastructure support. This role combines hands-on technical work with opportunities for skill development in enterprise IT environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform server racking/stacking, cable patching, and hardware installations per deployment plans.
- Execute network infrastructure adjustments including patch panel modifications and fiber/copper cable runs.
- Maintain meticulous cable management and labeling standards.
- Conduct daily walkthroughs to ensure facility cleanliness and proper equipment operation.
- Assist vendors with maintenance activities and hardware deployments.
- Perform basic Linux/Windows server administration: user management, log monitoring, patch verification.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on data center related initiatives and cross-functional projects to support organizational objectives.
- Troubleshoot hardware issues using diagnostic tools and replace failed components.
- Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, changes, and inventory.
- Participate in capacity planning and infrastructure upgrade projects.
- Develop knowledge of virtualization, cloud integration, and automation tools
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in data centre operations in an enterprise level environment.
- Familiarity with server architectures (Dell/HPE), network topologies and storage solutions.
- VMware vSphere and Cloud Platform experience.
- Intermediate Windows and Linux administration skills.
- Physical capability to lift and manoeuvre objects weighing up to 80 lbs.
- Scripting and automation knowledge a plus.
