Data Center Technician - Data Center Technician I

Apex Systems; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Data Center Technician in Boardman, Oregon, with roles in hardware diagnostics and repair. Candidates will work independently and with a team in a 24/7 environment, ensuring efficient operations and minimal downtime for clients. Ideal candidates will have strong troubleshooting skills, A+ Certification, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Professional development resources

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical experience in mechanics or electronics.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds or more frequently throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair.
• Install equipment and create documentation.
• Respond to customer outages and capacity issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational Skills

Work Prioritization

Education

A+ Certification

Computer Science Degree

Job description

Apex Systems is hiring for a Data Center Technician in Boardman, Oregon. If you are interested, please feel free to send an updated resume to Technical Recruiter, Madison Sylvia at [e-mail]. Thank you!

Job Title : Data Center Operations Tech

Contract: 6 month+ W2 Contract

Hiring both day and night shift

4-10s Sunday to Wednesday

Wednesday to Saturday

This position involves hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair, and maybe include participation in on-call rotations. All candidates should be willing to work independently and with a team. Work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful.

In additional to hardware and network repair, candidates will install equipment, create documentation, innovate solutions, and fix problems within the Data Center space. Data Center Operations teams operate in a 24/7 environment ensuring no critical downtime for customers.

On an Ordinary Day:

• Arrive to data center, tech gets their tickets ready for the day for the first hour, then spends the duration of the day working in the data hall making repairs.
• Break fix work/Swapping hardware components
• Troubleshooting connections
• Email and personnel requests for technical support
• Document, track, and monitor problems to ensure a timely resolution
• Responding to customer outages and capacity issues

Interaction with team:

• Not too much interaction with manager unless there is an issue
• Most communication is done with the leads on each worksite
• With other technicians - communicate in the office/in-person, through chime, slack or through ticket correspondence

Required Skills/Experience:

• Hands-on/technical experience (e.g. mechanic, automotive mechanic, electronics technician, people who have to troubleshoot small mechanics). Geek Squad or Microcenter experience
• Must be able to lift 40 pound or more frequently throughout day

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• A+ Certification
• Computer Science degree preferred, not required

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.