Data Center Technician I

MetroSys is seeking a dependable and motivated Data Center Technician I to support the day-to-day operations of a mission-critical data center environment in Portland, OR. This role is responsible for providing hands-on support for server hardware, cabling, rack installations, and infrastructure maintenance while ensuring high availability and operational excellence., * Perform rack-and-stack installation of servers, network equipment, and storage devices.

• Install, label, organize, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling.
• Replace failed hardware components, including:
• Hard drives
• Power supplies
• Memory
• Network interface cards
• Server components
• Perform basic diagnostics and break/fix activities on enterprise hardware.
• Support equipment moves, additions, changes, and decommissioning activities.
• Monitor equipment health and respond to infrastructure alerts as directed.
• Assist with inventory management, asset tracking, and equipment audits.
• Document completed work, maintenance activities, and infrastructure changes.
• Escalate hardware, networking, or systems issues to senior engineers when appropriate.
• Follow established operational procedures and change management processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure data center environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level or early-career IT professional looking to build a career in data center operations, infrastructure, or enterprise technology. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and eager to learn enterprise hardware and data center best practices., * 0-2 years of experience in IT support, desktop support, or data center operations.

• Basic understanding of:
• Computer hardware
• Servers and storage
• Networking fundamentals
• Cabling standards
• Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a structured, fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities., * CompTIA A+, Server+, or Network+ certification.
• Experience with:
• Rack-and-stack deployments
• Structured cabling
• Enterprise server hardware (Dell, HPE, Cisco, Lenovo)
• Familiarity with Windows Server or Linux operating systems.
• Previous experience in a data center, colocation facility, or IT operations environment.
• Experience using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or similar.

MetroSys is a San Diego based company that specializes in I.T. Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting for some of the largest companies around the globe. We offer a competeitve salary and benefits package to all of our full time employees.

Great people. Great Company. Great Culture.

Work-life balance? Yes! Work hard, play hard. At MetroSys we believe it’s important that we enjoy what we do. Over the course of the founders’ careers, they have worked for some of the best companies in the world and there were three key elements that crystalized:

• Commitment to the customer
• Belief in the product
• Impact of company culture

At MetroSys, we believe these three items are necessary for our success. MetroSys has carefully crafted its team of highly skilled talent by not only hiring industry experts, but by selecting people that share our view on company culture. Our core values include teamwork, integrity, accountability, & embracing diversity.