Datacenter Technician

Robert Half is searching for a Data Center Technician for a Real Estate client based out of Tukwila, Washington. The primary responsibility of this Data Center Technician is managing server installations and decommissioning hardware. This is a long-term contract (6+ months) with potential to convert into an FTE.

Locations of travel will primarily be Seattle, WA - Quincy, WA and once in New Jersey.

• All mileage and accommodations will be covered/reimbursed for traveling.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the coordination of trade, material ordering and delivery schedules to ensure quality of installation
• Manage installation requests from initiation to closure
• Develop Method of Procedures (MOP) for single mode fiber installs
• Reviews all outstanding ticket requests(ServiceNow) on a daily basis
• Perform equipment troubleshooting as needed
• Server/switch/router deployments
• Fiber optic installation and testing experience
• Extend circuits from the demarcation point to client’s equipment and participated in conference calls to troubleshoot and confirm connectivity.
• Perform network cable installs using patch panels and label standards (copper, MM/SM fiber).
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues using cable analyzers (Fluke).
• Triage and decommission servers/network equipment.
• Manage storage of high volume of decommissioned devices, labeled and recorded information in Excel.
• Implement new patch panel infrastructure needs and placement.
• Responsible for virtual database population of devices and connections.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in a dedicated Data Center Technician role.
• Proficiency with hands-on support and troubleshooting Cisco, Dell, and HP equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel (formulas and Pivot Tables are a plus!)
• Prior experience working within a ticketing system (managing a queue, documentation, etc.)
• Nice to have: experience leading projects and vendor communication.

Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.