Associate Data Center Technician

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Associate Data Center Technician for an onsite contract position with a Leading Technology Firm located in Ashburn, VA (must be flexible for location.) This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

Summary:
As an Associate Data Center Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting failed hard drives and DIMMs, and installing new SSD and NVME drives into existing servers. Mentored by level 2 data center technicians, this role requires basic server component experience and entry-level Linux troubleshooting skills to ensure the stability and performance of enterprise computer systems. The quality of work performed will have a direct impact on the stability and performance of the company's systems, so responsiveness and effectiveness are critical.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting and resolution of failed hard drives and failed DIMM's within server nodes
• Installation of new SSD and NVME hard drives into existing servers
• Troubleshooting and resolution of console connectivity issues
• Troubleshooting and resolution of all power supply and RDU (power strip) related issues
• Troubleshooting and resolution of all tier 1 server hardware break fix issues
• Respond to all system problems on a 24X7 basis and take part in on-call rotation
• Assist Data Center Technicians in OS level troubleshooting and network troubleshooting
• Process (identify, tag, and prepare) all server nodes ready for decommissioning

Requirements:

• 2+ years in a Data Center Engineering Role
• 2+ years Linux troubleshooting experience
• 2+ years server hardware troubleshooting experience

Desired skills:

• Experience with network configuration and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with server hardware components and troubleshooting
• A+ plus certification
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail

Pay Rate Range: $22.00 - $30.80/hr

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.