Wesco · 10 hours ago
Technician - Data Center
7760 Doane Dr, Manassas, VA, 20109, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.72/hr - $34.66/hr
2+ years expWesco is a leading provider of business-to-business distribution and logistics services. The Technician - Data Center will be responsible for performing tasks related to the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of data center equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and support for hardware issues.
CommercialElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform weekly sweeps of server and storage equipment in the data center, detecting hardware and network connectivity issues; collect and analyze ipmi-sel data and vendor-specific platform management logs
Diagnose server and storage equipment connectivity issues, including basic troubleshooting of network transceiver and optical fiber signal strength problems, using tools and procedures established in the data center
Use collected diagnostic information to engage vendor support organizations (HPE, Dell, IX, etc.) by opening support cases and following up on hardware fixes and investigations as requested
Collaborate with the data center operations team to manage the logistical aspects of the break-and-fix process, including escorting vendor contractors for repairs and ensuring alignment with established operational practices
Oversee the logistical aspects of Return Material Authorization (RMA) processes for components such as rPDUs, network switches, and field-replaceable units (PSU, fan modules, controller modules)
Provide hardware support for installations, moves, additions, and changes
Decommission IT equipment such as HDD/SSD, networks, servers, storage, and backup devices
Conduct regular physical and visual inspections of equipment and data center facilities
Manage inventory records and perform regular cycle counts to ensure asset accuracy
Update documentation for structured cabling and materials during new installations
Oversee capacity management in terms of space, power, cooling, and patch panel port availability
Understand and follow incident and change management processes
Submit regular reports on move, change, support requests, and other activities, maintaining continuous improvement efforts
Light traveling from site to site
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Degree or Equivalent required
CDL Class A required
2 years in an enterprise Data Center environment with strong knowledge of data center best practices
Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing server hardware issues from major vendors
Experience troubleshooting Ethernet network connectivity issues, including RJ45 copper uplinks and LC/MPO fiber uplinks
Good understanding of data cabling and patching
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Ability to respond promptly to issues, provide updates, and escalate when necessary
Fluent in English
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel 0% - 25%
Work is physically strenuous, and workers are required to lift heavy packages up to 50 pounds
Work may require excessive bending or stooping
Employee required to walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day
Employee required to climb ladders
Employee required to use hand tools
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree - IT Business or related field preferred
CCNA and CCNP preferred
Basic computer skills preferred
Field Service or Data Center Technician experience preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings plans
Company
Wesco
At Wesco, we believe life should run smoothly.
10001+ employees
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2024 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.53B2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2024-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $1.73B
1999-05-12IPO
Leadership Team
John Engel
Chairman, CEO and President
David Schulz
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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