Data Center Technician: Server Hardware & Cabling Expert

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AMD benefits

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in Quincy, WA, is seeking a Data Center Technician to support servers in customer data centers. You will handle hardware startups/shutdowns, diagnostics, cabling, and safety compliance with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires strong hardware/IT skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously within a team and across locations. AMD offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in computer science, IT, or equivalent.
• CompTIA A+ or equivalent certification.
• CompTIA Server+ or equivalent certification.
• Familiarity with Windows Server OS environments.
• MCP/MSCE certification preferred.
• Scripting experience in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, stage, set up, and perform data center hardware startups and shutdowns per instructions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot to quickly identify root causes and replace faulty components with minimal disruption.
• Ensure grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling meet safety and deployment standards.
• Decommission hardware for simple changes and refreshes following standard procedures.
• Communicate incidents and elevate as needed to AMD management.
• Participate in safety briefings and complete required safety training.
• Share information to improve workflow and maintain status of tasks.
• Complete tickets efficiently while meeting KPIs and SLAs.
• Learn the client's business to understand impacts of their work.
• Maintain accountability for service quality and user experience in data center facilities.
• Collaborate with team to deliver results and contribute to knowledge base.

Skills

Server hardware knowledge

IPMI diagnostics

Windows Server OS

Linux PXE

Scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash)

Autonomous work

Education

Associate degree in computer science / information technology

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Server+

Windows OS experience

MCP/MSCE certification

Scripting experience: PowerShell/Python/Bash

Tools

IPMI tools

Diagnostics software

Firmware updates

VM setup

Job description

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in Quincy, WA, is seeking a Data Center Technician to support servers in customer data centers. You will handle hardware startups/shutdowns, diagnostics, cabling, and safety compliance with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires strong hardware/IT skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously within a team and across locations. AMD offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.