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Lightedge · 4 days ago

Data Center Operations Tier 1 Technician

LightEdge Solutions is developing IT solutions to propel businesses forward. The Data Center Operations Tier 1 Technician supports the ongoing monitoring and management of building systems and physical infrastructure at LightEdge facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and performing routine maintenance.

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Responsibilities

Work with other Lightedge personnel, contractors, and vendors to diagnose and troubleshoot problems with data center equipment
Install servers and networking equipment into racks with associated network cabling
Work with project managers and technicians to facilitate new client service installations
Receive and document incoming shipments
Respond to and resolve alarm events affecting infrastructure and services
Follow established Change Control processes; review and follow MOPs for Change activities
Assist in the design layout, installation, and documentation of new racks and cages
Available for on-call rotation to support non-business hours, oversee preventative maintenance and break/fix activity by vendors, perform routine maintenance, optimize infrastructure, and provide client support
Develops and maintains comprehensive knowledge of Lightedge physical infrastructure and building systems, including mission-critical power, cooling, and biometric security systems
Works with clients to resolve cabinet/cage infrastructure issues and power utilization
Ensure operational efficiencies and best practices toward maintaining availability/ uptime of all 24X7 facilities, mission-critical operations, and infrastructure
Share technical knowledge and operational experience with team members to enhance professional growth and practical cross-training of the DC Ops and Support teams
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Network cabling terminationData center maintenanceElectrical knowledgeCooling systems understandingMicrosoft Office SuiteVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem-solving

Required

Minimum of two-year technical degree, or 1-4 years equivalent experience in a technical environment or military MOS
Network cabling termination experience- Ethernet, CAT6, Fiber
Experience with day-to-day standard maintenance activities in data centers
Familiarity with telco central office equipment/transport systems
Robust computer user hardware and software skillset, high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and utilization of web browsers
Working knowledge of electricity and electrical literature is essential
General understanding of data center cooling systems and airflow management techniques
Ability to multitask and prioritize activities in a complex, fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions
Demonstrated experience documenting policies and procedures

Company

Lightedge

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Lightedge delivers technology solutions that bring the operational benefits of the public cloud to enterprise IT workloads.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$5M
2021-09-01Acquired
2004-04-23Private Equity· $5M

Leadership Team

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Amy Spyksma
Sr. Director of Partner Development
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Jeff Lucich
Partner Success Director
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