Junior Data Center Operations Technician
Zachary Piper
Newington, VA, United States
19 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$90,000.0 - $115,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
JIRA
Software Documentation
Computer Networks
Data Centers
Data Security
Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM)
Linux
Issue Tracking Systems
Networking Hardware
TCP/IP
Network Routers
Software Troubleshooting
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Information Technology
Network Server
Servicenow
Vmware
Job description
is seeking a to support a mission-critical enterprise data center environment. The Junior Data Center Operations Technician will work alongside senior engineers and technicians to support day-to-day data center operations including hardware installations, structured cabling, equipment lifecycle management, and basic infrastructure troubleshooting.
- Rack, stack, cable, and install servers, storage systems, network equipment, and IT appliances
- Perform structured cabling including copper and fiber optic cable installations, labeling, and cable management
- Assist with equipment deployments, hardware refreshes, upgrades, relocations, and decommissioning activities
- Troubleshoot basic hardware, connectivity, and cabling issues while escalating complex technical issues to senior engineers
- Document troubleshooting activities, equipment installations, and operational procedures
- Support data center inventory management, asset tracking, and equipment organization
- Follow established cabling standards, installation procedures, and data center best practices
- Assist with incident response activities and support restoration efforts during infrastructure outages
- Maintain clean, organized, and secure data center environments
- Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, and systems teams to support enterprise IT operations
- Adhere to change management processes and operational documentation standards
Requirements
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1-3 years of experience supporting data center operations, IT infrastructure, or hardware deployments *
- Experience installing, racking, cabling, or maintaining enterprise server and network equipment
- Basic understanding of servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and structured cabling
- Familiarity with copper and fiber optic cabling standards
- Basic understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, switches, routers, and patch panels
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to lift and install IT equipment in a data center environment
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Experience supporting enterprise or colocation data center environments
- Familiarity with Windows Server, Linux, or VMware environments
- Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or Jira
- CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or similar industry certifications
- Experience with asset management or data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools
Benefits & conditions
- Salary: $90,000 - $115,000
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and Paid Holidays
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