Data Center Smart Hands Engineer

Unisys; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Comprehensive healthcare

HSA matching

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Unisys is seeking a Data Center Smart Hands Engineer to provide onsite technical support for data center operations. This role covers hands-on server, storage, and network support, including install, rack and stacking, cabling, and ongoing maintenance.

The successful candidate will perform hardware diagnostics, break/fix activities, and work with engineering and support teams to resolve incidents while maintaining thorough documentation and adhering to security and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure, servers, storage, and networking.
• Experience in data center environments with adherence to operational and security standards.
• Strong understanding of server hardware, storage systems, operating systems, and network infrastructure.
• Experience with hardware diagnostics, repairs, and equipment installations.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for server, storage, network, and peripheral equipment within data center.
• Perform hardware break/fix activities, including component replacement, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Install, rack, stack, cable, and decommission IT equipment according to documented procedures.
• Support network infrastructure deployments, including switches, routers, firewalls, and cabling.
• Perform hardware testing, validation, and certification activities for servers and storage systems.
• Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools to resolve incidents; escalate as needed.
• Maintain documentation of work performed, asset changes, and site activities; support IMACD requests.
• Follow change management, security, compliance, and safety procedures.
• Provide VIP support and serve as liaison between clients and remote support teams.

Skills

Server hardware

Storage systems

Network devices

Rack and stack

Cabling standards

Remote hands

Diagnostics

Asset management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in IT

Job description

What success looks like in this role: Position Summary

The Data Center Smart Hands Engineer provides onsite technical support for data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on support for server, storage, network, and peripheral equipment within data center …
• Execute hardware break/fix activities, including component replacement, diagnostics, and troublesho…
• Install, rack, stack, cable, and decommission IT equipment according to documented procedures and d…
• Support network infrastructure deployments, including switches, routers, firewalls, and cabling act…
• Perform hardware testing, validation, and certification activities for servers, storage systems, ne…
• Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools to resolve incidents and service requests. Escalate complex technical issues and collaborate with engineering and support teams to achieve tim…
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, asset changes, and site activities. Support IMACD (Install, Move, Add, Change, Dispose) requests and infrastructure lifecycle activitie…
• Follow change management, security, compliance, and safety procedures while operating in data cente…
• Provide VIP support when required and serve as a technical liaison between clients and remote suppo…

Technical Skills

• Server hardware support (Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Cisco UCS)
• Storage systems support and maintenance
• Network device installation and troubleshooting
• Rack and stack deployment activities
• Fiber and copper cabling standards
• Remote hands and smart hands support
• Hardware diagnostics and lifecycle management
• Incident, change, and asset management processes

Work Environment

Onsite data center and client facilities. Ability to lift and move IT equipment in accordance with safety guidelines. May require after-hours, weekend, or on-call support based on operational needs. Travel may be required for multi-site support engagements.

Key Competencies

• Customer-focused mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and documentation discipline
• Ability to work independently and within global support teams
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to operational excellence and service quality

You will be successful in this role if you have:

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure, servers, storage, and networking t…
• Experience working in data center environments with adherence to operational and security standards.
• Strong understanding of server hardware, storage systems, operating systems, and network infrastruc…
• Experience with hardware diagnostics, repairs, and equipment installations.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• Dell, HPE, Cisco, Lenovo, or equivalent OEM certifications
• ITIL Foundation
• Data Center Operations certifications (preferred)

Experience Level: Mid-Level (4-6 Years)

Benefits

Unisys offers an outstanding benefits package, featuring unlimited paid time off, a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare, HSA matching, ongoing learning opportunities, and more! We're committed to supporting work-life balance and investing in your future success.

Video Interview

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Equal Opportunity / EEO Commitment

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