Data Center Technician I — Hardware & System Ops

HostPapa; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Managed.com is a remote-first, AI-first company with a Buffalo, NY data center seeking a Data Center Technician. You will be hands-on with server hardware, install and configure operating systems, and ensure infrastructure runs smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time, on-site role focuses on racking, cabling, hardware maintenance, and collaboration with internal teams to meet hardware and system needs. A strong troubleshooting background is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience with computer hardware, including server builds and installations.
• Confident installing and configuring Windows Server and Linux distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian).
• Familiar with data center workflows such as racking equipment and cabling.
• Comfortable working with SuperMicro hardware and related components.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Server hardware installation

Troubleshooting

Data center workflows

Cable management

On-site collaboration

Tools

Windows Server

Ubuntu

CentOS

Debian

SuperMicro hardware

Job description

Managed.com is a remote-first, AI-first company with a Buffalo, NY data center seeking a Data Center Technician. You will be hands-on with server hardware, install and configure operating systems, and ensure infrastructure runs smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time, on-site role focuses on racking, cabling, hardware maintenance, and collaboration with internal teams to meet hardware and system needs. A strong troubleshooting background is essential.