Data Center Tech I
Spectraforce
California
a month ago
Job Description
Job Title: Data Center Tech I
Location: Santa Clara, CA 95054 (Onsite)
Duration: 6 months
As a Data Center Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting Mac systems and Supermicro hardware within our data center environments. You will work closely with the IT operations team, troubleshooting hardware and system issues, facilities, security, server, network,Merger & Acquisition, and workplace experts performing installations and upgrades, and ensuring that all systems meet performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and maintain Mac , Dell , Supermicro hardware and Network in a data center environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues related to Mac systems, Supermicro servers, and associated infrastructure.
• Perform regular system health checks and ensure all systems are optimized for performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide hands-on technical support and resolve issues in real-time.
• Monitor and manage data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and networking components.
• Manage hardware replacements and upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and service interruption.
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, issues, resolutions, and infrastructure changes.
• Assist with data center cabling, rack organization, and inventory management.
• Provide input on infrastructure improvements and participate in system design discussions.
• Support disaster recovery activities and respond to on-call incidents as necessary.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience working with Mac systems in a data center or enterprise environment.
• Expertise in Server hardware, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of data center best practices, including server racking, cabling, and environmental monitoring.
• Familiarity with networking principles, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Ability to troubleshoot system and hardware issues quickly and effectively.
• Hands-on experience with OS installation, patching, and upgrading on Mac systems.
• Basic understanding of power and cooling systems in data centers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including on-call shifts and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud services.
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Strong Knowledge on H/w troubleshooting
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move servers and other heavy hardware components.
• Comfortable working in a data center environment with controlled temperatures and noise.
About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $35.00/hr.
Location: Santa Clara, CA 95054 (Onsite)
Duration: 6 months
As a Data Center Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting Mac systems and Supermicro hardware within our data center environments. You will work closely with the IT operations team, troubleshooting hardware and system issues, facilities, security, server, network,Merger & Acquisition, and workplace experts performing installations and upgrades, and ensuring that all systems meet performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and maintain Mac , Dell , Supermicro hardware and Network in a data center environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues related to Mac systems, Supermicro servers, and associated infrastructure.
• Perform regular system health checks and ensure all systems are optimized for performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide hands-on technical support and resolve issues in real-time.
• Monitor and manage data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and networking components.
• Manage hardware replacements and upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and service interruption.
• Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, issues, resolutions, and infrastructure changes.
• Assist with data center cabling, rack organization, and inventory management.
• Provide input on infrastructure improvements and participate in system design discussions.
• Support disaster recovery activities and respond to on-call incidents as necessary.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience working with Mac systems in a data center or enterprise environment.
• Expertise in Server hardware, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of data center best practices, including server racking, cabling, and environmental monitoring.
• Familiarity with networking principles, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Ability to troubleshoot system and hardware issues quickly and effectively.
• Hands-on experience with OS installation, patching, and upgrading on Mac systems.
• Basic understanding of power and cooling systems in data centers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including on-call shifts and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud services.
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Strong Knowledge on H/w troubleshooting
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move servers and other heavy hardware components.
• Comfortable working in a data center environment with controlled temperatures and noise.
About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $35.00/hr.