What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Technician - Puyallup position at Voltage Park?
Voltage Park is building a machine learning cloud infrastructure business from the ground up. As part of this effort, we’re looking for a Data Center Technician to join our small team. You’ll be monitoring some of the world’s most advanced equipment and systems within our new HPC data center. As an early hire, you’ll also have significant influence in defining our company culture and ensuring our success.
This is a full-time role, on-site in Puyallup, WA. We are not able to provide sponsorship for this position.
What You’ll Do
Help maintain hardware in the data center, including tasks such as configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting assistance
Help diagnose and resolve system/compute/network issues to restore functionality
Ensure new server, storage and network infrastructure is properly racked, labeled, cabled, and configured
Troubleshoot server hardware and software issues
Become a subject matter expert on all the physical technical aspects of the data center build, from power deployment to containment solution to cabling infrastructure
Proactively monitor onsite hardware to get ahead of any failures
Work closely with HW Support team to ensure data center infrastructure-related support tickets are resolved
Work with RMA team to ensure faulty parts are returned and replacements are ordered
Create installation standards and documentation for placement, labeling, and cabling to drive consistency and discoverability across all data centers
Requirements
5 years of experience in data centers and technically proficient about critical infrastructure systems supporting data centers, such as power distribution, air flow management, environmental monitoring, capacity planning, DCIM software, structured cabling, and cable management
Strong Linux administration experience
Experience setting up networking appliances (Ethernet and InfiniBand)
Attention to detail: precision in debugging work (such as cabling, patching, or configuring equipment), documenting fixes and changes
Resourceful Problem-solver: doesn’t need to be explicitly told to solve an issue, can figure out solutions under constraints
Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
Must be able to prioritize tasks and react quickly to issues
Strong analytical and communication skills: collaborate closely with our network engineers, SREs, on-site remote hands, and operations team to resolve issues and ensure smooth deployments
Nice to have:
Experience in HPC environments
Experience working with Dell or Nvidia equipment
Voltage Park is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law. If you require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify your recruiter.
Compensation Range: $65K - $85K
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000