Track Lead - Network LAN/WAN

HCL Technologies Limited; New Mexico; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited is seeking a Data Center Operations Technician to support large-scale data center environments. The role involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing server and network hardware to ensure reliability and performance.

24/7 shifts may be required, with up to 25% travel, and collaboration across cross-functional teams. The position emphasizes adherence to SOPs, on-call support, and ongoing training to stay current with new technologies.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Strong hardware background including routing and switching technologies.
• Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware (Juniper, Cisco, Arista).
• Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and standard troubleshooting tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices.
• Troubleshoot cabling, powering, and handoff to internal teams.
• Perform hardware break/fix with FRUs, optics, and line cards.
• Troubleshoot hardware, network link, device, configuration issues on-site.
• Test and troubleshoot fiber/copper cables and patch panels.
• Use automation tools to configure, monitor, repair network equipment.
• Schedule maintenance and upgrades minimizing production impact.
• Manage RMA processes and vendor coordination for replacements.
• Provide onsite network support and liaison for remote teams.
• Collaborate with facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams.
• Document work, SOPs, and participate in root-cause analysis.

Skills

Server hardware

Networking hardware

Troubleshooting

Linux CLI

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Juniper

Cisco

Arista

Job description

Job Summary :Data Center Operations Technician Overview Schedule: possible 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays. Shifts may be 8, 10, or 12 hours. Travel: Up to 25% (8 days) travel may be required. HCLTech is seeking a Data Center Operations Technician to join our team supporting large-scale, data center environments. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of server and network hardware, ensuring the reliability and performance of our clients network. The position is designed to be adaptable for current needs and future expansion into similar customer environments. Key Responsibilities Hardware & Network Operations Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment). Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams. Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site. Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels. Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment. Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems. Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts. Support & Collaboration Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues. Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities. Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed. Process, Documentation & Compliance Document all work performed, including diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records. Create, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality. Maintain asset inventory, including receiving, installing, tracking, and shipping network devices, spare parts, and RMA equipment. Perform physical audits of inventory and update asset inventory databases. Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. Training & Development Participate in ongoing training to stay current with new technologies, tools, and best practices. Complete training aligned with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies. Minimum Qualifications 1- 2+ years of experience in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting. Strong technical background in server and network hardware, including routing and switching technologies and protocols. Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista). Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and industry-standard troubleshooting tools and methodologies. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment (standing, wal)

Key Responsibilities

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• Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment).
• Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams.
• Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site.
• Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels.
• Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment.
• Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems.
• Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts.
• Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues.
• Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed.
• Document all work performed, including diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
• Create, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Maintain asset inventory, including receiving, installing, tracking, and shipping network devices, spare parts, and RMA equipment.
• Perform physical audits of inventory and update asset inventory databases.
• Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with new technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Complete training aligned with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies.
• 1- 2+ years of experience in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Strong technical background in server and network hardware, including routing and switching technologies and protocols.
• Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista).
• Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and industry-standard troubleshooting tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment (standing, wal)

Skill Requirements

Skill Requirement :Data Center Operations Technician Overview Schedule: possible 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays. Shifts may be 8, 10, or 12 hours. Travel: Up to 25% (8 days) travel may be required. HCLTech is seeking a Data Center Operations Technician to join our team supporting large-scale, data center environments. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of server and network hardware, ensuring the reliability and performance of our clients network. The position is designed to be adaptable for current needs and future expansion into similar customer environments. Key Responsibilities Hardware & Network Operations Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment). Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams. Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site. Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels. Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment. Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems. Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts. Support & Collaboration Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues. Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities. Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed. Process, Documentation & Compliance Document all work performed, including diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records. Create, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality. Maintain asset inventory, including receiving, installing, tracking, and shipping network devices, spare parts, and RMA equipment. Perform physical audits of inventory and update asset inventory databases. Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. Training & Development Participate in ongoing training to stay current with new technologies, tools, and best practices. Complete training aligned with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies. Minimum Qualifications 1- 2+ years of experience in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting. Strong technical background in server and network hardware, including routing and switching technologies and protocols. Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista). Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and industry-standard troubleshooting tools and methodologies. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment (standing, wal)

• Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment).
• Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams.
• Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site.
• Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels.
• Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment.
• Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems.
• Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts.
• Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues.
• Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed.
• Document all work performed, including diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
• Create, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Maintain asset inventory, including receiving, installing, tracking, and shipping network devices, spare parts, and RMA equipment.
• Perform physical audits of inventory and update asset inventory databases.
• Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with new technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Complete training aligned with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies.
• 1- 2+ years of experience in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Strong technical background in server and network hardware, including routing and switching technologies and protocols.
• Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista).
• Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and industry-standard troubleshooting tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment (standing, wal)

Other Requirements

Other Requirement :Data Center Operations Technician Overview Schedule: possible 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays. Shifts may be 8, 10, or 12 hours. Travel: Up to 25% (8 days) travel may be required. HCLTech is seeking a Data Center Operations Technician to join our team supporting large-scale, data center environments. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of server and network hardware, ensuring the reliability and performance of our clients network. The position is designed to be adaptable for current needs and future expansion into similar customer environments. Key Responsibilities Hardware & Network Operations Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment). Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams. Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site. Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels. Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment. Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems. Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts. Support & Collaboration Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues. Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities. Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed. Process, Documentation & Compliance Document all work performed, including diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records. Create, update, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Participate in root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality. Maintain asset inventory, including receiving, installing, tracking, and shipping network devices, spare parts, and RMA equipment. Perform physical audits of inventory and update asset inventory databases. Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. Training & Development Participate in ongoing training to stay current with new technologies, tools, and best practices. Complete training aligned with corporate objectives to bridge skill gaps and learn new relevant technologies. Minimum Qualifications 1- 2+ years of experience in computer hardware, networking, and troubleshooting. Strong technical background in server and network hardware, including routing and switching technologies and protocols. Experience with enterprise/service provider network hardware platforms (e.g., Juniper, Cisco, Arista). Proficiency in Linux OS, CLI navigation, and industry-standard troubleshooting tools and methodologies. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment (standing, wal)

• Install, configure, and deinstall enterprise servers and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, console servers, optical transport equipment).
• Perform troubleshooting on cabling, powering up/down, and handoff to internal teams.
• Conduct hardware break/fix activities, including replacement of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), optics, network line cards, supervisor cards, chassis hardware, and other modular components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, network link, device, and configuration issues, isolating and fixing problems on-site.
• Test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic, copper, and telecom cables; trace and isolate cables through patch panels.
• Use internal automation tools, scripts, and software to configure, monitor, and repair network equipment.
• Schedule and perform network maintenance, repairs, and upgrades while minimizing impact on production systems.
• Manage Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes, including creating RMA requests with vendors, coordinating replacements, and tracking defective and replacement parts.
• Provide onsite network support and expertise for all teams at the local data center; act as a liaison for remote networking teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, cabling, server, and engineering teams, to resolve complex technical issues.
• Communicate effectively within a ticketing system, managing and closing tickets promptly and documenting all activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation, providing after-hours support for critical issues as needed.
• Document all