Data Center Technician: HandsOn Server & OS Expert

HostPapa, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Managed.com is seeking a Data Center Technician for its Buffalo, NY data center. The role involves hands-on with server hardware, installing operating systems (Windows Server, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian), configuring infrastructure, and documenting procedures.

You will work Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, by joining a remote-first, AI-driven team. Strong hardware troubleshooting and data center workflow experience are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience with computer hardware, including server builds and installations.
• Confident installing and configuring Windows Server and various Linux distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian).
• Familiar with data center workflows such as racking equipment and managing cabling.
• Comfortable working with SuperMicro hardware and related components.
• Strong onsite and remote troubleshooting skills.
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational habits.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and deploy physical server hardware according to customer specifications.
• Install and manage operating systems including Windows Server, CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian.
• Complete technical service requests in person or via ticketing system with speed, accuracy, and documentation.
• Maintain system inventory and configuration records for accountability and future reference.
• Perform infrastructure tasks such as cable routing, component replacement, and diagnostic testing.
• Keep the data center organized, clean, and operating within safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support hardware and system needs.
• Support other tasks or projects to meet team and business needs.

Skills

Server hardware

Windows Server

Linux OS (Ubuntu/CentOS/Debian)

SuperMicro hardware

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Tools

Ticketing system

Job description

Managed.com is seeking a Data Center Technician for its Buffalo, NY data center. The role involves hands-on with server hardware, installing operating systems (Windows Server, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian), configuring infrastructure, and documenting procedures.

You will work Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, by joining a remote-first, AI-driven team. Strong hardware troubleshooting and data center workflow experience are required.