Data Center Technician
Apex Systems, Akron, OH, United States
Job Position:
Data Center Specialist
Location:
100% Onsite in Fairlawn, OH (Occasional travel)
Duration:
18-36+ month project
Must Have Requirements:
2+ years of Data Center experience
Experience doing physical cabling in a data center or telecom room including copper and fiber
Must be able to physically pull cables, rack mounted servers, network cabling, Storage Area Networks (SANs), fiber and power distribution cabling.
Valid drivers license to travel to several different data centers.
Understanding of a ticketing system and importance of Documentation
DCCA Certification (Highly desired)
Job Overview:
Join our team as we upgrade and modernize all of our data centers.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and removal of equipment in a large scale Data Center Environment. Includes network cabling and power cabling.
travel to several different data centers owned by the company to assist with project work.
Pull cables, rack-mounted servers, network cabling, Storage Area Networks (SANs), fiber and power distribution cabling
Additional Qualifications:
General understanding of cabling installation standards.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time.
All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations. Candidates should be able to lift up to 75lbs and work in elevated locations.
Up to 25% travel will be required for this role.
Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 and provide after-hours support as needed
Ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
Ability to rapidly learn new technical skills, apply them to work situations, and expand job capabilities.
Soft skills:
Sound communication skills; Ability to work in a team environment. Basic time management skills
Ability to demonstrate a questioning attitude toward established work processes and procedures.
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Word.
Analytical abilities, including problem solving and decision making.
Education:
BA / BS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Data Center Specialist
Location:
100% Onsite in Fairlawn, OH (Occasional travel)
Duration:
18-36+ month project
Must Have Requirements:
2+ years of Data Center experience
Experience doing physical cabling in a data center or telecom room including copper and fiber
Must be able to physically pull cables, rack mounted servers, network cabling, Storage Area Networks (SANs), fiber and power distribution cabling.
Valid drivers license to travel to several different data centers.
Understanding of a ticketing system and importance of Documentation
DCCA Certification (Highly desired)
Job Overview:
Join our team as we upgrade and modernize all of our data centers.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and removal of equipment in a large scale Data Center Environment. Includes network cabling and power cabling.
travel to several different data centers owned by the company to assist with project work.
Pull cables, rack-mounted servers, network cabling, Storage Area Networks (SANs), fiber and power distribution cabling
Additional Qualifications:
General understanding of cabling installation standards.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time.
All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations. Candidates should be able to lift up to 75lbs and work in elevated locations.
Up to 25% travel will be required for this role.
Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 and provide after-hours support as needed
Ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
Ability to rapidly learn new technical skills, apply them to work situations, and expand job capabilities.
Soft skills:
Sound communication skills; Ability to work in a team environment. Basic time management skills
Ability to demonstrate a questioning attitude toward established work processes and procedures.
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Word.
Analytical abilities, including problem solving and decision making.
Education:
BA / BS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.