What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Operations Technician position at PCR Staffing?
Data Center Operations Technician
We are excited to announce openings for Data Center Operations Technicians to join our team! We are looking for enthusiastic candidates ready to excel in a dynamic environment. Applicants will be subject to a background check.
The starting pay range is $22-24 per hour (W2). Candidates must be available to work on-site during core hours, typically from 7 : 00 am to 3 : 30 pm. This contract position is scheduled for 6 months, with potential conversion to a permanent role at a salary ranging from $45,000 to $50,000.
Your role will involve the installation and decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center. You will deliver efficient, repeatable processes while continuously seeking improvement and providing structured feedback on project progress to stakeholders. Quality workmanship and maintaining a clean Data Center environment are top priorities. All work must adhere to production, safety, and quality standards along with industry best practices.
Main Responsibilities :
- Utilize basic telecom hand tools effectively.
- Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
- Comply with job safety requirements.
- Ability to read and understand floor plans and wiring schemes.
- Capable of pulling various types of low-voltage cables.
- Perform field terminations and labeling accurately.
- Follow daily directives from senior technicians and management.
- Keep organized paperwork and manage service jobs efficiently.
- Layout and maintain MDF and IDF closets appropriately.
- Install ladder racking and seismic bracing both above and below raised floors.
- Basic knowledge of copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting is essential.
- Dress and furcate fiber trunks for splicing as required.
- Install, connect, and decommission network equipment effectively.
- Operate testing equipment like DSX 5000 tester and OTDR tester.
- Program testing devices and manage test result submissions.
- Create and apply labels as per Portmap specifications.
- Differentiate between live and decommissioned cables accurately.
- Conduct service swaps of live networking devices efficiently.
- Utilize the 'FIM' database and operate scanning devices.
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No formal Bachelor's degree is required for this position.
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000
