Onsite Data Center Tech

$66,560 - $70,720/Yr

Nesco Resource - Orangeburg, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Orangeburg, NY

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Nesco Resource is seeking an onsite Data Center Technician in the greater Orangeburg, NY Area. This is a contract to hire opportunity. As a leading provider of data center services, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of excellence and reliability in our operations. Our team is composed of skilled professionals who are passionate about technology and committed to delivering exceptional service. The successful candidate will be responsible for responding to customer calls in a prompt and efficient manner, servicing all client needs including server hardware break-fix and IMAC support, as well as providing smart hand support for network equipment. Candidates must have X86 break-fix experience and be able to troubleshoot and support systems/equipment from brands such as DELL, Oracle, IBM, and Client Servers. The role requires diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing product failures, ordering and replacing parts as needed, and following all client policies and procedures while adhering to best practices. The technician will present problem resolutions or refer more complex issues to a Senior Support Engineer. Maintaining parts and inventory, documenting activities, and demonstrating strong organizational skills are essential. A positive attitude and strong analytical skills are also important for success in this role. The working hours for this position will likely be from 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM, either Sunday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Sunday. The pay rate is between $32 and $34 per hour, plus a 10% differential, with full benefits available after 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer calls in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Service all client needs including server hardware break-fix and IMAC support.
• Provide smart hand support for network equipment.
• Troubleshoot and support systems/equipment (DELL, Oracle, IBM, and Client Servers).
• Diagnose, analyze, and repair product failures; order and replace parts as needed.
• Follow all client policies and procedures and adhere to best practices.
• Present problem resolutions or refer more complex issues to a Senior Support Engineer.
• Maintain parts and inventory.
• Document activities and maintain strong organizational skills.

Requirements

• Extensive server and hardware troubleshooting experience required.
• Capable of replacing all hardware components in a large-scale data center.
• Experience with all generations of Dell, Oracle, Lenovo, and Client servers and blades.
• Ability to learn and adhere to new procedures.
• Working experience with Remote Access Cards (IDRAC, ILOM, ILO, etc.).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide technical updates.
• Proficient at administrative tasks and paperwork.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently without supervision and within a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• CompTia A Certification is a plus.
• CompTia Server Certification is a plus.
• Dell Certification is a plus.
• Client Certification is a plus.
• IBM Certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Full benefits after 90 days of employment.