Axelon
Data Center Consultant
Axelon, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Global Financial Firm located in Jersey City, NJ has an immediate contract for an experienced Data Center Consultant
12 Month Contract
Hybrid- Onsite
Rate: $591/daily on ***
JOB DESCRIPTIONDuties in Scope•Installing and un-installing hardware in the Data Center•Running UTP and fiber cables in the Data Center•Provide and maintain data cabling and associated documentation within the data center.•Managing a DCIM tool•Perform basic network troubleshooting/diagnosis•Utilize network test equipment including a power meter and light source, CAT 6 Cable Tester.•Provide support at multiple sites stretching across multiple cities.•Replace defective components and test the final product to assure that quality requirements are met•Communicate effectively in tickets, emails or messaging applications with management and peers•Good organization skills. Neatness counts•Possess a valid driver license and reliable transportation•Ability to carry and/or lift tools, kits or parts of up to 50-75 lbs.•Completion pf paperwork including time sheet, expense reports, and daily reports accurately and on time•Assist with shipping and receiving and its associated processes•Work with vendors and internal requesters to troubleshoot/resolve issues•Provide proactive and break fix support for alarm/ticket remediation related to facilities/telecom/datacenter equipment
Key Competencies•Planning and Organizing•Reporting•Record keeping•Managing Tasks•Excellent communication and organizational skills•Strong team player
Skills, Knowledge and Experience•Demonstrated experience with data center cabling and racking.•Familiar with Data Center environment, topologies pre-terminated fiber•Knowledgeable in Data center practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage)•Strong knowledge of UTP, Fiber Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations.•Strong knowledge of commonly used single and multimode optics (Cisco 1G, 10G, 40G, 100G)•Manage all documentation, new implementations, hardware upgrades and planned maintenance.•Preferred 1 year experience working in a production datacenter preferably in the financial industry.•Associate's Degree in related field preferred•Working knowledge of computer hardware•Dell certifications preferred
Service Locations•Equinix NY5, 800 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094•485 US Highway 1 South - Building D, Iselin, NJ 08830•165 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey, NJ 07102•Equinix NY4, 755 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094•Nasdaq, 1400 Federal Boulevard, Carteret, New Jersey, NJ 07008•787, 7th avenue, New York, NY 10019•525 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310•Equinix DC3, 44470 Chilum Place, Ashburn, VA 20147
12 Month Contract
Hybrid- Onsite
Rate: $591/daily on ***
JOB DESCRIPTIONDuties in Scope•Installing and un-installing hardware in the Data Center•Running UTP and fiber cables in the Data Center•Provide and maintain data cabling and associated documentation within the data center.•Managing a DCIM tool•Perform basic network troubleshooting/diagnosis•Utilize network test equipment including a power meter and light source, CAT 6 Cable Tester.•Provide support at multiple sites stretching across multiple cities.•Replace defective components and test the final product to assure that quality requirements are met•Communicate effectively in tickets, emails or messaging applications with management and peers•Good organization skills. Neatness counts•Possess a valid driver license and reliable transportation•Ability to carry and/or lift tools, kits or parts of up to 50-75 lbs.•Completion pf paperwork including time sheet, expense reports, and daily reports accurately and on time•Assist with shipping and receiving and its associated processes•Work with vendors and internal requesters to troubleshoot/resolve issues•Provide proactive and break fix support for alarm/ticket remediation related to facilities/telecom/datacenter equipment
Key Competencies•Planning and Organizing•Reporting•Record keeping•Managing Tasks•Excellent communication and organizational skills•Strong team player
Skills, Knowledge and Experience•Demonstrated experience with data center cabling and racking.•Familiar with Data Center environment, topologies pre-terminated fiber•Knowledgeable in Data center practices (i.e. basic fault tolerance, cable routing, calculating power usage)•Strong knowledge of UTP, Fiber Optic, Serial and Coaxial cabling standards and limitations.•Strong knowledge of commonly used single and multimode optics (Cisco 1G, 10G, 40G, 100G)•Manage all documentation, new implementations, hardware upgrades and planned maintenance.•Preferred 1 year experience working in a production datacenter preferably in the financial industry.•Associate's Degree in related field preferred•Working knowledge of computer hardware•Dell certifications preferred
Service Locations•Equinix NY5, 800 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094•485 US Highway 1 South - Building D, Iselin, NJ 08830•165 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey, NJ 07102•Equinix NY4, 755 Secaucus Road, Secaucus, New Jersey, NJ 07094•Nasdaq, 1400 Federal Boulevard, Carteret, New Jersey, NJ 07008•787, 7th avenue, New York, NY 10019•525 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310•Equinix DC3, 44470 Chilum Place, Ashburn, VA 20147