Tekfortune is a fast-growing consulting firm specialized in permanent, contract & project-based staffing services for world's leading organizations in a broad range of industries. In this quickly changing economic landscape, virtual recruiting and remote work are critical for the future of work. To support the active project demands and skills gaps, our staffing experts can help you find the best job for you. Role :- Data Center EngineerLocation :- Atlanta, GA 30338 Job Description Responsibilities The Data Center Engineer role will encompass a variety of responsibilities including asset management and planning, colleague and vendor interaction, and hands-on operational work. Responsibilities will include the following:
- Perform or assist with PSC (power, space, and cooling) and network planning for new installations.
- Provide support for shipping and receiving. Receive and log incoming equipment, ship and log outgoing equipment. Resolve issues with missing or damaged equipment.
- Respond to and initiate new tickets on the ticketing system (JIRA service desk).
- Install, maintain, debug, repair/replace, and decommission racks, PDUs, and equipment as needed across existing and new data centers.
- Neatly cable up new equipment as requested (power, copper/fibre). Enable OOB IP connectivity, including console servers, management interfaces, and server iLO/iDRAC.
- Direct outside help such as Smart Hands or contractors for remote or large-scale work.
- Maintain an up-to-date full asset inventory throughout the entire life cycle - budgeting, ordering, delivery, storage, deployment, operations, repair, decommissioning, and final disposition. Conduct audits as needed or requested.
- Work with DC colleagues on continual process and monitoring improvements.
- Support efforts in energy and cost optimization.
- Provide regional IDF/MDF support as needed for larger offices; some travel may be required.
Required Skills: This position will require candidates to have the following baseline skillset:
- High level of familiarity and experience operating in a data center environment, with an ability to act independently and without constant manager supervision.
- Participation in defining and upgrading data center standards and processes.
- Solid understanding of rack and power management.
- Experience with installation and cabling of servers, networking, and storage equipment.
- Experience with configuration of servers, network, and storage devices.
- Working administrative knowledge of different platforms and operating systems, including Windows Servers, Linux, and Apple/IOS.
- Proficiency in working with automation software and related scripts.
- Ability to triage, debug, and repair/replace failed componentry.
- Experience with ticketing systems, DCIM tools, spreadsheets, wiremaps, monitoring systems, access/physical security systems.
- Excellent written and oral skills.
- High level of integrity and self-motivation.
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