Data Center Technicians

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Datacenter Operations Reviews Process Change Notifications (PCNs) and develops an understanding of the impact to work execution and awareness to changes within their area of work and/or the work of others. Asks questions when they do not have required information and may provide feedback on changes to processes to experienced technicians and/or direct-line management. Completes assigned tickets efficiently and in alignment with relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) per task type with guidance from experienced technicians. Seeks guidance from more experienced technicians on challenging or complex tickets. Receives guidance and supervision to develop an understanding of standard processes and procedures for preparing, installing, performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, replacing, and/or decommissioning IT datacenter technology(ies) and equipment. Develops and acquires a fundamental understanding of the functions of, and interactions between cabling infrastructure, network, server, and storage equipment. Complies with Data Center business unit policies, procedures, and deadlines with guidance from experienced technicians and/or direct-line management. Escalates issues related to compliance or operational assurance activities to direct-line management. Working for extended periods under elevated levels of ambient noise, heat, and light due to necessary equipment and ventilation systems. Contributes to a positive and effective team environment by sharing information with other shifts or technician teams, contributing in regular team meetings, asking questions, and partnering with other shifts of technician teams to complete smooth transition and effective handover of ticketed work. Participates in daily safety briefings. Participates in regular cadence proactive safety observation reporting processes and systems. Develops an understanding of cross-functional Data Center processes to support partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Develops an understanding of effective execution order strategy(ies) for assigned tasks with assistance from experienced technicians or direct-line management. Prepares, stages, sets up, and performs basic startups and shutdowns for hardware (e.g., racks, hard drives, switches) according to specific written instructions provided via checklists, guides, standard processes, emails, guidance from other technicians, and/or direction from management. Processes data-bearing devices (DBDs) for destruction or confirms any-and-all such devices (e.g. hard-drives, solid-state drives, flash cards, etc.) contained within network, storage, or server equipment has been identified for eradication or destruction with guidance. Performs basic diagnostics and troubleshooting with guidance from experienced technicians and/or via standard procedures to identify the cause(s) of technical issues and replace faulty components in network, storage, or server equipment with zero-to-minimal customer and/or business disruption. Develops awareness of conditions, circumstances, and scenarios which may reflect significant customer or business impact within the Data Center environment. High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components. Ability to speak, write and understand fluent English These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components. AND 1+ year(s) experience supporting IT equipment or related technology 2+ years experience supporting IT equipment or related technology

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