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# Data Center Technician

- **Company:** Microsoft Deutschland GmbH
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Salary:** €43,600.0 - €57,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Online Services, Computer Literacy, Data Centers, Microsoft Data Access Components, Network Planning and Design
- **Published:** September 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9aa248e6facf2a46

## About the Role

* High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components AND relevant experience supporting IT equipment or related technology.

Background Check Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

 * Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

 * Demonstrated experience supporting IT equipment or related technology.
 * Applicable certifications: CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+), Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).

## Description

* Performs diagnostics and troubleshooting following standard procedures, quickly identifies the cause(s) of issues, and replaces faulty components with minimal customer and business disruption.
 * Performs post-execution quality checks and verifies that grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling are set up properly according to safety protocols, deployment standards, and planned Network Design Tasks (NDTs).
 * Decommissions hardware for simple changes and refreshes (e.g., memory upgrades, rebuilds) following standard procedures with minimal guidance.
 * Follows procedures to communicate, report, and escalate incidents to appropriate Microsoft data center operations management units, Technician Leads, and engineering specialists.
 * Assists and provides guidance to other technicians to complete challenging or complex tasks.Completes required training aligned to the role and workload; observes more experienced technicians to gain hands-on experience and relevant on-the-job training.
 * Contributes to a positive and effective team environment by sharing information with others, contributing to regular team meetings, asking questions, and staying apprised of the status of others' work.
 * Has pride and a sense of accountability for the service quality, completeness, and resulting user experience; displays accountability and ownership of the data center facilities.
 * Embodies our culture and values.


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