Data Center Network Operations Technician (Aiken, SC)

EOS IT Solutions; Trenton (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Occasional overtime and bonus

Paid Holidays

Sick Days

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

EOS IT Solutions is hiring a Senior Data Center NetOps Technician to support local data centers across sites in the United States. You will perform hands-on repair and replacement of hardware, manage lifecycles, and ensure reliability of servers, switches, routers, and related components.

The role requires experience with data center hardware, familiarity with Cisco/Juniper/Arista gear, and the ability to lift heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Hardware repair

Data center ops

Networking gear

Cable testing

Documentation

Education

Technical diploma/certification

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world’s largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees. We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.

WHO WE ARE:

EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world’s largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees. We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.

THIS position involves traveling LOCALLY to multiple sites to support Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud operations

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Data Center NetOps 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• 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.

EOS BENEFITS:

At EOS IT Solutions, we are committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance starting the 1st of the month after your start date.
• 10 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• Occasional overtime and bonus opportunities
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 6 Sick Days (available after 90 days of employment)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $2,500 company match (available after 90 days of employment)

EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor.

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