Server Build Technician

Avature; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a Server Build Technician to join their Cloud team in Richardson, Texas. In this entry-level role, you will be responsible for building and configuring servers, troubleshooting hardware issues, and ensuring quality assurance. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and a customer-focused attitude, with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous paid time off

Training and educational resources

Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups

Qualifications

• Must be able to work without company sponsorship.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Moderate knowledge of PC hardware concepts.

Responsibilities

• Rack, build, cable, configure and provision servers.
• Troubleshoot, test and quality assurance of server hardware.
• Resolve hardware issues via trouble ticket.

Skills

Customer focused attitude

Troubleshooting skills

Networking concepts

PC hardware knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Job description

IBM Cloud offers a unified platform that gives you cloud computing any way you want it, deployed on demand, with a single pane of glass for systems management (one portal; one Application Programming Interface (API)). IBM is currently recruiting for Data Center Specialists to join the Cloud team.

Your role and responsibilities

i. Rack, build, cable, configure and provision Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) servers

ii. Rack, cable and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment

iii. Troubleshoot, test and quality assurance of server hardware

iv. Professionally resolve hardware issues via trouble ticket

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Required technical and professional expertise

ii. Rack, cable, and deploy Cisco Layer 2 networking equipment a plus

iii. Web Server and Database installation experience a plus

iv. Must be able to work in this country without company sponsorship

v. Must be fluent in English

vi. Must be willing to learn quickly, multi-task, and work in a fast pace environment

vii. Moderate knowledge of PC hardware concepts and component installation.

viii. Basic knowledge of various internet-related services and software (mail, web, DNS, etc).

ix. General understanding of computer networking concepts.

x. Customer focused attitude with some previous customer service experience.

xi. Network wiring/cabling experience a plus.

Preferred technical and professional experience

i.Experience with Windows and Linux Platforms

ii.Experience with computer/server hardware

iii.Certifications are not required but a plus.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world’s most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future.Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfoliodesigned for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability,neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is alsocommitted to compliance with all fair employment practices regardingcitizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Job Title

Server Build Technician

Date posted

24-May-2025

Job ID

30661

City / Township / Village

State / Province

Texas

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Onsite

Area of work

Infrastructure & Technology

Employment type

Regular

Contract type

Regular

Projected Minimum Salary per year

43,000.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

75,000.00

Position type

Entry Level

No Travel

Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?