System Service Representative - Columbus OH

IBM

United States

On-site

USD 54,000 - 72,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

IBM Systems in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced data center server technician to repair and troubleshoot HP, Dell, Lenovo, SUN and other x86 servers in a dedicated account. You will work the night shift from 5:00pm to 3:30am, Wednesday through Saturday, and must pass a client background check to on-board.

Required education includes a High School Diploma/GED; Technical Diploma is preferred. Strong teamwork, problem solving, and tool-handling skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Technical Diploma preferred.
Experience in data center hardware repair and customer interaction is a plus.

Responsibilities

Repair and troubleshoot data center servers (HP, Dell, Lenovo, Sun, and other x86 platforms).
Work in a dedicated account at Delaware, OH.
Perform repairs or replacements following maintenance manuals and with appropriate tools.
Be capable of working second shift (5:00pm–3:30am, Wed–Sat).
Undergo client background verification prior to onboarding.

Skills

Customer Service

Basic computer knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Tool handling

Problem solving

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical Diploma

Tools

Laptop

Screwdriver

Pry tool

Needle nose pliers

Wrench

Job description

At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation. With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress.

Your role and responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced candidate with strong server repair and troubleshooting experience. Prior data center experience is preferred. This position is for a data center server technician that will be servicing HP, DELL, Lenovo, SUN, and other x86 based server equipment in a dedicated account in Delaware Ohio.

You will be working second shift during the hours of 5:00pm – 3:30am Wednesday through Saturday. An in-depth background verification/check is required by the client to be on-boarded and gain access to the facility. This will be cause for dismissal if not cleared by the customer background check process to work at the account.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Technical Diploma

Required technical and professional expertise

Ideal candidate will possess hardware and/or software support, commitment to Client Success, and the following skills:

Have experience in Customer Service & Customer Interaction
Have basic computer knowledge (e.g., knows what a hard drive, RAM, memory DIMM, IP address)
Can demonstrate mechanical aptitude, and given the appropriate tools follow instructions to perform a repair or replacement (e.g., follow the instructions of a hardware maintenance manual to successfully complete a repair/replacement)
Be comfortable using and working with various tools (e.g., laptop, screw driver, pry tool, needle nose pliers, wrench) to complete necessary installation, maintenance or repair tasks
Problem solving skills
Self-motivator and enjoys working in a Team environment

Preferred technical and professional experience

Self driven and able to work alone without direct oversight.
Good communication skills.
Process orientated.
Technical School Degree/Diploma.
Prior experience in field repair of computer or mechanical equipment, preferred but not required.

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 500 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 qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship 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), cash balance pension plan, 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.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

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