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Sr Data Center Tech

Sr Data Center Tech

ApTaskHillsboro, OR, US
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Job Title

Sr Data Center Tech

Location

Hillsboro, OR

Duration

18+ months

Rate

$40-45 / hr on W2

Base pay range

$40.00 / hr - $45.00 / hr

Position Overview

The Sr Data Center Technician is responsible for supporting both the physical and logical operations of the data center. This role combines hands-on equipment management — including racking, cabling, and troubleshooting — with systems-level administration for servers, network devices, and environmental monitoring systems. The ideal candidate has strong technical troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and experience with Linux or Windows system administration in a data center environment.

Key Responsibilities

Data Center Operations

  • Install, rack, cable, label, and document new hardware including servers, storage, and networking equipment.
  • Perform routine hardware maintenance, hardware swaps, and system upgrades.
  • Monitor data center environmental systems (power, cooling, alarms, and access control).
  • Conduct physical inspections and assist with incident response for power or connectivity issues.
  • Ensure proper inventory control, spare parts management, and asset tracking.
  • Support structured cabling standards for fiber and copper connections.

Systems Administration

  • Perform basic to intermediate systems administration tasks on Linux and / or Windows servers.
  • Assist with configuration, patching, and monitoring of infrastructure management tools (e.g., DCIM, Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds).
  • Manage user access, permissions, and system configurations under supervision of senior admins.
  • Participate in automation and scripting of operational tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
  • Support virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, Hyper-V) and storage systems as needed.
  • Contribute to change management and documentation of configurations and procedures.

    • Operational Excellence

  • Respond to tickets, alerts, and on-call requests within established SLAs.
  • Collaborate closely with network, systems, and facilities engineering teams.
  • Maintain compliance with data center security and safety procedures.
  • Continuously improve operational efficiency and system reliability.

    • Qualifications

    Required

  • 2+ years of experience in data center operations, IT infrastructure, or systems administration.
  • Working knowledge of server hardware (Dell, HPE, Cisco UCS, etc.) and networking concepts.
  • Familiarity with Linux or Windows command line.
  • Understanding of basic IP networking (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, etc.).
  • Strong documentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to lift / move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in controlled environments.

    • Preferred

  • Experience with DCIM tools (e.g., Nlyte, Schneider EcoStruxure, or NetBox).
  • Exposure to monitoring and alerting platforms.
  • Basic scripting skills (Bash, Python, or PowerShell).
  • Experience supporting virtualized or hyperconverged environments.
  • Familiarity with ITIL or data center operational standards (TIA-942, Uptime Institute).

    • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

    Contract

    Job function

    Other

    Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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