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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center NetOps Technician - **Company:** EOS Inc. - **Location:** Hillsboro, OR, United States - **Salary:** $62,712.0 - $70,616.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** X86 Architecture, Computer Maintenance, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Data Centers, Network Interface Controllers, Networking Hardware, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, Juniper, Data Center Networking, Computer Equipment, Hardware Infrastructure, Cisco - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/data-center-netops-technician-hillsboro-or--3682242b-c249-4734-8c01-39298bfdd22e ## About the Role * Technical diploma or certification in electronics, computer hardware, or a related field. * Proven track record of repairing and maintaining IT and network hardware in a data center environment. * Familiarity with hardware from Cisco, Juniper, Arista, and x86 servers is highly preferred. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively. * Excellent problem-solving skills and the capacity to perform well in a fast-paced environment. * Valid driver's license and ability to handle physical requirements of the job including lifting equipment up to 50 pounds. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to lift and maneuver heavy equipment, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds. * Dexterity to manage small and complex components during hardware maintenance. * Frequent standing, bending, and moving within confined spaces in the data center. * Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including areas with elevated temperatures and noise levels., Business Services, Business Support, Cisco Network Hardware, Computer Hardware, Computer Maintenance, Computer Networks, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Electronics, Emergency Response, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equity Securities, Establish Priorities, Hardware Components, Hardware Installation, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Heavy Lifting, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Juniper Networks Product Family, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Lifting Equipment, Logistics, Maintenance Services, Multitasking, Network Administration/Management, Network Configuration Management, Network Operations Center, Network Routers, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle, QoS (Quality of Service), Record Keeping, Recycling, Service Delivery, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support, Testing, x86 Processors ## Description We are seeking a dedicated Data Center Network Operations Technician to join our infrastructure engineering team. This role is focused on the physical repair and maintenance of data center hardware, including servers, switches, routers, and related components., * Perform hands-on repairs and replacement of defective hardware components in data center equipment, including power supplies, fans, and network cards. * Manage the lifecycle of hardware components, from installation and troubleshooting to decommissioning and recycling. * Conduct physical inspections and routine maintenance on data center equipment to ensure operational reliability. * Oversee the inventory management of spare parts and hardware components, ensuring availability for repairs and upgrades. * Collaborate with technical teams to coordinate replacement activities and minimize downtime during hardware failures. * Document repair activities, maintain accurate records of maintenance logs, and update system configurations as necessary. * Execute basic physical layer troubleshooting, including cable and port testing, to ensure connectivity and performance standards. * Support the implementation of new hardware installations and the physical setup of network and server infrastructure. * Participate in emergency response teams to address urgent hardware issues ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [From Cloud Racks to Control Cabinets: Operating Kubernetes on Edge Devices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100160-from-cloud-racks-to-control-cabinets-operating-kubernetes-on-edge-devices) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)