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Data Centre Technician Smarthands Cabling Patching Hardware
Data Centre Technician
My fantastic client in Hendon is looking for a Data Centre Technician to come on board on a permanent basis. The candidate will be responsible for providing customer support to our large and diverse client base ensuring Service Levels are maintained and the ticketing system is fully up to date.
Key responsibilities for this job:
* Installation of server, network, and storage hardware with associated cabling/patching
* Perform cabling/patching duties of both copper and fibre for a variety of different client requirements
* Decommission hardware and prepare for shipping whilst coordinating with third party couriers
* Perform various remote hands duties within Data Centres which include power cycling equipment, replacing failed hardware components, re-seating network cards and testing cabling
* Perform regular checks for network activity, firewall status and display errors through LED alerts or system monitoring tools
* Perform audit work for clients cabling and hardware and produce supporting documentation
* Work closely with both internal and external client teams to assist in diagnosis and resolution of incidents across a range of technologies
* Act as an access host for visitors of our clients to their Data Centre’s
* Maintain a professional and disciplined approach at all times when working within client Data Centre’s
* Uphold adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 20000 & ITIL standards and best practices
* Manage and process Access, Remote hands and delivery tickets for co-location clients and internal works
* Show competency with local policies and procedures of our third-party Data Centre providers
* Ensure Data Centre’s are in a clean and presentable manor at all times
* Gain understanding of basic support functions within the Data Centre with a view to progress into other roles within the Data Centre and the wider business
* Participate in 24x7x365 on call Rota to provide support for client access at Data Centre's, Client Migrations, Smart Hands Requests, Installation works for Managed Hosted clients, scheduled maintenances/upgrades for Managed Hosting and Infrastructure upgrades, Circuit Down/Faults and any other works deemed Out of Hours Internally or by our clients
Skills and experience required:
* Previous experience in a similar role
* Well organized and self-motivated with the ability to work alone and as part of team
* Full UK Driving License and personal car is essential for this position
* Logical in your approach to troubleshooting, problem solving and fault diagnosis
* Willingness to learn with friendly, professional, and flexible attitude
Hours: Monday-Friday, rotating shifts, early shift 0600-14:30, middle shift 10:00-18:30, late shift 14:30-23:00
This is a permanent role paying between £28-32k per annum.
If you are a Data Centre Technician with experience of working within a Data Centre completing tasks such as Cabling, Patching and Hardware then please forward your CV asap as interviews are being arranged immediately