Senior Datacenter Technician

Summary:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities:

Datacenter Operations & Infrastructure

• Install, remove, migrate, and cable racked equipment including servers, switches, and power distribution units.
• Perform copper and fiber cabling runs and patching with high accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Maintain precise and up‑to‑date inventory across equipment, wiring paths, breaker panels, and infrastructure elements.
• Keep the datacenter space clean, secure, and audit‑ready per corporate and facility standards.
• Manage e‑waste recycling processes, equipment receiving, shipping, and associated documentation.

Technical Troubleshooting & Support

• Serve as the onsite escalation point when remote engineering support is insufficient—troubleshooting network connectivity, services on Linux servers, proprietary hardware, and other critical systems.
• Participate in remote meetings or ad‑hoc troubleshooting sessions (audio/video) to provide real‑time onsite assistance.
• Independently evaluate issues, determine root cause, and execute corrective actions with minimal guidance.

Systems, Tools & Automation

• Track and maintain service contracts, warranties, preventive maintenance schedules, and license renewals.
• Submit purchase requests for hardware, tools, and renewals as needed.
• Contribute to infrastructure‑as‑code initiatives using tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python, Terraform, Packer, and PowerShell (training available; prior experience not required).

Physical & Logistical Tasks

• Safely lift and maneuver heavy datacenter equipment using appropriate techniques and tools (server lifts, etc.).
• Use a personal vehicle occasionally to retrieve or store equipment in an offsite storage unit (mileage reimbursed).

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Job Requirements:

• Technical degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years combined experience in Linux systems administration, help desk, engineering labs, or datacenter roles.
• 2+ years hands‑on networking experience demonstrating understanding of physical and logical Ethernet networking.
• 2+ years data entry or validation experience with strong attention to detail.
• 2+ years programming or scripting experience (any language).
• Demonstrated ability to use mechanical tools (powered and unpowered).
• Proven ability to safely handle and move heavy equipment within a datacenter environment.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

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