Technician - Data Center
WESCO
As the Technician - Data Center, this is an entry level position where you will be responsible for effectively performing assigned tasks in a data center, including general datacenter, servers and network devices setup, maintenance and troubleshooting. You will be accountable for setup and operational functions, assembly, equipment operation, general maintenance and housekeeping at assigned project locations.
Responsibilities:
Perform weekly sweeps of server and storage equipment in the data center, detecting hardware and network connectivity issues; collect and analyze ipmi-sel data and vendor-specific platform management logs Diagnose server and storage equipment connectivity issues, including basic troubleshooting of network transceiver and optical fiber signal strength problems, using tools and procedures established in the data center Use collected diagnostic information to engage vendor support organizations (HPE, Dell, IX, etc.) by opening support cases and following up on hardware fixes and investigations as requested Collaborate with the data center operations team to manage the logistical aspects of the break-and-fix process, including escorting vendor contractors for repairs and ensuring alignment with established operational practices Oversee the logistical aspects of Return Material Authorization (RMA) processes for components such as rPDUs, network switches, and field-replaceable units (PSU, fan modules, controller modules) Provide hardware support for installations, moves, additions, and changes Decommission IT equipment such as HDD/SSD, networks, servers, storage, and backup devices Conduct regular physical and visual inspections of equipment and data center facilities Manage inventory records and perform regular cycle counts to ensure asset accuracy Update documentation for structured cabling and materials during new installations Oversee capacity management in terms of space, power, cooling, and patch panel port availability Understand and follow incident and change management processes Submit regular reports on move, change, support requests, and other activities, maintaining continuous improvement efforts Perform other duties as assignedQualifications:
Diploma or Degree - IT or related field preferred, Fresh Grads welcome to apply Licenses/Certificates/Designations: CCNA and CCNP would be a plus Knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnosing server hardware issues, Ethernet network connectivity, data cabling and patching Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities Ability to respond promptly to issues, provide updates, and escalate when necessary
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