Data Center Network Technician

Allstates Consulting Services is looking for a Data Center Network Technician to work with our client in Charlotte, NC. To be successful in this position, you need to have a proven track record in:

• Racking and stacking of network devices
• Cable patching
• Physical layer troubleshooting
• Equipment disposal activities
• Network troubleshooting

This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success.

Position Details:

• Hourly position ($23-$26) based upon experience & skill level
• Long term contract with possible contract extension or hire
• Standard work hours: Mon-Fri Flexible between 7 AM – 10 PM
• Location: Customer Site -Charlotte, NC 28255
• Client Addendum will need to be followed. Copy will be provided at the time of candidates offer.

Responsibilities:

• The patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network
• The installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet
• The installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment

• Install/swap out devices (e.g., phone, computers, cables, boards, edge routers, switches and etc.)
• Install, troubleshoot, and de-install Network monitoring tools
• Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels
• Act as interface between customer’s associates and management
• Provide hardware break-fix services for network infrastructure
• Perform onsite call-through, data, voice, website and security testing
• Perform back-up testing to ensure all systems are connected to the customer’s network as directed
• Support carrier testing of circuits
• Assist with facilities efforts

• Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral
• Water problems,
• Emergency cooling restoration,
• Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events
• Support inventory management activities

• Receiving inventory
• Tagging of assets
• Tracking spares (crash kits)
• Ordering inventory
• Updating inventory records
• Prepare and return damaged equipment
• Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management
• Coordination services will be provided 24×7; Coordinate with and support other third party vendors (e.g., telecommunications, wiring, distributed antenna solutions, WAN/LAN management) in compliance with customer’s requirements.

Requirements:

• Requires appropriate equipment and training with high-speed fiber optic transport

• The ability to clean high speed single mode optical connections
• The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics
• The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers
• Must be proficient in utilizing technical tools such as Sniffers, BERT testers, cable testers, and fiber testers.
• Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets

• Must be able to perform rack and stack activities

• Must be able to safely lift heavy objects
• Must understand cable patching processes and procedures
• Must have a basic knowledge of data communications networking.

• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting issues
• Must understand network terminology

• Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.

Experience and Education:

• 2-5 years of experience in data communications
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have a basic knowledge of Cisco switches and routers
• Must have a basic knowledge of local and wide area networking.
• Prefer previous experience working in a Data Center

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $23.00 – $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Charlotte, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Data Center/LAN/WAN: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location