Data Center Technician

NTT DATA Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician to join our team in Buffalo, New York. The role is on-site Monday-Friday with general coverage 7 am to 5 pm EST and on-call after hours.

You will support the client’s data center and IT closets in Buffalo, NY, performing MACs, hardware installs, cable work, inventory management, and hands-on data center operations. This position requires 3+ years in a data center, strong hardware and network troubleshooting skills, and the ability to coordinate

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience within a Data Center.
• 3+ years of experience performing Data Center-Tape Operations/Smart hands/Device reboots-Tape Operations/Smart hands/Device reboots.
• Personal vehicle and driver’s license for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage work order queue.
• Assign technicians and schedule shift activity.
• Training and mentoring technicians.
• Communicating with peer lead technician from other shifts for operational handoffs.
• Move, add, change (MAC) requests including hardware installs and network cabling.
• Troubleshooting hardware and connectivity issues and replacement of hardware components.
• Checking supplies in and out from inventory management system.
• Maintaining inventory using DC Portal.
• Providing data center escorts as requested.
• Performing QA checks on work orders.
• Be part of on-call rotation and provide after-hours support.

Tools

DC Portal

Job description

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization,

We are currently seeking a Data Center Technician to join our team in Buffalo, New York (US-NY), United States (US).

NTT DATA, Inc. currently seeks a Data Center Technician to support our client's data center and IT closets in Buffalo, NY. This position is on‑site Monday-Friday.

Required schedule availability for this position is Monday-Friday. The general coverage is 7 am to 5 pm EST and be on call for after hours support. The shift timings can be changed as per client requirements.

Position Requirements:

• Management of work order queue
• Assigning technicians and scheduling shift activity
• Training and mentoring technicians
• Communicating with peer lead technician from other shifts for operational handoffs
• Day to day delivery of all move, add change (MAC) requests including hardware installs and network cabling
• Completing hardware break/fix tickets such as troubleshooting hardware and connectivity issues and replacement of hardware components
• Checking supplies in and out from inventory management system
• Keeping inventory current & accurate using DC Portal
• Maintaining work area in a safe and orderly manner. Tools and supplies are properly put away after every shift.
• Providing data center escorts as requested
• Performing QA checks on work orders
• Performing backup tape operations and amber light tours
• Be part of on call rotation and provide afterhours support when required

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience within a Data Center
• 3+ years of experience performing Data Center-Tape Operations/Smart hands/Device reboots-Tape Operations/Smart hands/Device reboots
• Personal vehicle and driver’s license for local travel

Preferences:

• Ability to communicate (oral/written) effectively to exchange information with our client.
• Generate and communicate ideas to improve processes for the client

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $51,520-$77,280. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, lifeand AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in‑office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . If you’d like more information on our EEO rights under the law, please click here . For Pay Transparency information, please click here .

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