Data Center Technician

DeWinter BH ·www.dewintergroup.com

Location San Jose, CA, United States
Salary USD 40 - 41 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Data Center Technician

Join a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of data center innovation and operational excellence. As a Data Center Technician, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and optimizing critical infrastructure at onsite facilities, ensuring seamless operations and supporting cutting-edge technology deployments. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to develop your expertise in asset management, troubleshooting, and data center procedures within a collaborative environment committed to growth and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

  • Monitor data center systems and respond promptly to alerts using monitoring platforms
  • Perform rack and stack installations, ensuring all equipment is properly powered and assets are accurately managed
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hardware issues and hypervisor problems in accordance with established procedures
  • Collaborate with capacity, R&D, networking, automation, and support teams to ensure optimal data center performance
  • Assist with cabling, monitoring, and other site activities within the Reno facility
  • Support team efforts through effective communication and proactive problem-solving

Required Skills:

  • Minimum of 1+ years in data center operations or related environments
  • Strong proficiency in asset management and infrastructure monitoring tools
  • Ability to work independently on complex tasks with excellent organizational skills
  • Capable of lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 100 lbs with assistance
  • Experience following detailed procedures for hardware troubleshooting and logistics
  • Familiarity with data center management software, ticketing systems, and office productivity tools
  • Exceptional communication skills and adaptability to learn on the job

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Knowledge of hypervisor platforms and virtualized environments
  • Experience with networking hardware and configurations
  • Prior exposure to automated data center workflows
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Data Center or equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or coursework in data center operations is a plus
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience working in fast-paced data center environments

Other Requirements:

  • This position is onsite in Sparks, NV, and requires a full-time commitment Monday through Friday, approximately 40-45 hours per week
  • Ability to occasionally travel up to 25% for project support and meetings, though travel is generally minimal
  • Must be authorized to work in the US; no remote work options available

Bring your technical expertise and proactive mindset to a team that values innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. Fuel your career growth by supporting the backbone of our digital infrastructure—your impact will be vital to delivering exceptional service and advancing data center technologies.

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Who is hiring for the Data Center Technician role?
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Where is the Data Center Technician job located?
The Data Center Technician role with DeWinter BH is based in San Jose, CA, US.
What does the Data Center Technician role pay?
DeWinter BH lists the Data Center Technician role at USD 40–41 per hour.
Is the Data Center Technician role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at DeWinter BH.
What experience level is the Data Center Technician role?
The Data Center Technician position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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