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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician II - **Company:** Flex-N-Gate LLC - **Location:** Portland, OR, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - $54,080.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Windows, Communications Protocols, Data Centers, Subnetting, Microsoft Operating Systems, Routing, Guidewire PolicyCenter, Operational Systems, Servicenow - **Published:** July 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us6346ca30158ce17c4b3b366f0e5d2f49/eaa ## About the Role * Experience in a 24/7 production environment. * Strong critical thinking skills. * Proficient understanding of Windows and Microsoft operating systems. * Knowledge of networking like Routing, Subnets, and Communication protocols. * Technical aptitude and experience with building management systems, including UPS, generators, HVAC, PDUs, and a working understanding of AC and DC power. * Knowledge of data center operations. * 2-4 years of experience working within an IT or Data Center Support environment. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Familiarity with cable standards, such as 568A and B pin-outs. * Excellent verbal and written communications skills. * Proficient understanding of internal platforms and standard backup job troubleshooting. * Strong attention to detail, making and keeping commitments and meeting deadlines. Preferred Qualifications: * 3 years of experience working within an IT or Data Center Support environment. * Network+, Security+ or pursuing similar certification. Physical Requirements : * Ability to climb ladders and work aloft. * Ability to work in hot and cold temperature environments. * Ability to maneuver pallet jacks. * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. * Ability to pull and install cabling. * Limited travel may be required. This position has the following safety hazards: Chemical Confined Spaces Electrical Ergonomics Climb ladders Mechanical lift Noise Temperature Extremes ## Description Job Description: The Data Center Technician II role is a 24x7x365, market-based position responsible for providing physical and technical support to Flexential customers and resources. A clear understanding of facilities infrastructure, Windows operating systems, PC troubleshooting and management applications is expected in this role. A Data Center Technician II must be able to demonstrate the ability to represent Flexential, both professionally and technically, during interactions with customers and internal resources in a calm and professional manner. Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: * Demonstrate ownership and precision in executing standard auditing tasks, identifying when audits are needed, and reporting findings to appropriate stakeholders. * Support DCT I's and developing DCT II's by assisting with documentation, report QA, and effective communication across operational systems including Power, OpsDB, ServiceNow, Access Logs, and Security Desk. * Act as a trusted peer resource and role model, reinforcing Technical Operations best practices and helping others navigate tools, processes, and RACI documentation. * Establish and maintain strong customer relationships by prioritizing satisfaction and professionalism; responds to customer phone calls and emails promptly and effectively. * Monitor and help troubleshoot technical issues and alarms with Flexential Infrastructure. Comfortable with following ERP and Escalating to engineering staff in a fast-paced data center environment. * Perform physical security walkthroughs, administration of security sign-in and badging procedures for all colocation customers, visitors, third parties and escorting them to designated work location while adhering and enforcing established company security standards. * Track and document time spent on tasks and support cases including customer installations, site expansions, outages, and remote hands activities. * Ensure accurate entry of Cap Labor on timesheets and timely completion and submission of all timesheets. * Accurately follow Flexential Cabling Standards. * Serve as an escalation resource for ServiceNow ticket analysis and execution, including rerouting and validating complex requests. * Translate and verify instructions for scheduled Remote Hands tasks, ensuring alignment with customer environments and identifying discrepancies. * Take on project lead responsibilities, like ownership, delegation, and setting deadlines, for provisioning tasks. * Work through uncommon upgrade/replacement requests. * Execute maintenance and PRJTASK requests with minimal guidance, demonstrating growing independence and technical confidence. * Conduct site safety walkthroughs and contributes to emergency readiness efforts, including Go-Team participation and coordination with DCM/CIE. * Exhibit clear understanding of critical infrastructure, including power systems (e.g., one-line diagrams), fire suppression, and cooling systems; confidently answers complex customer questions and articulates alerts and anomalies. * Escalate issues appropriately, follows remediation instructions, and communicates clearly with DCM/CIE regarding alert details and resolution steps. * Owns access control and monitoring responsibilities, including troubleshooting badge issues, running security reports, and ensuring compliance with badge visibility and group assignments. * Supports operational reporting, including customer-specific and security-related documentation. * Demonstrate reliability and flexibility in supporting 24x7x365 operations, including working varied shifts as needed. * Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative, and resilient data center environment. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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