Data Center Technician, Data Center Operations

Apple Inc

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Waukee, IA
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Similar $170k
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Data Center Technician, Data Center Operations

The Data Center Technician role within the Data Center Operations team provides direct hands-on support of IT infrastructure and internal system components. Working in a 24/7 environment with rapidly shifting priorities, the technician is responsible for installing, servicing, and maintaining hardware assets while ensuring high availability of infrastructure. Daily responsibilities include establishing network connectivity, securely handling storage media, troubleshooting hardware issues, performing diagnostics, and applying firmware updates. The role requires collaborating with team members to meet service level deadlines and improving operational processes. Candidates should possess skills in technical support, logistics, or computer engineering. Required competencies include the ability to use hand-held tools like electric drills and fiber testing kits, following established procedures for hardware swaps, and utilizing productivity applications. This position addresses the critical challenge of maintaining stable compute, storage, and networking services.

What you'll do

  • Install, remove, and maintain hardware assets within a 24/7 data center environment.
  • Establish and support network connectivity for internal systems and infrastructure.
  • Securely handle storage media and troubleshoot physical hardware issues.
  • Perform diagnostics and apply firmware updates to resolve hardware and software problems.
  • Execute the planning and implementation of data center infrastructure projects.
  • Document technical tasks and maintain accurate records of equipment status.
  • Identify and mitigate risks that could impact business services or customer experience.

What we're looking for

  • Experience in roles involving hands-on technical support, help desk, logistics, or training in computer engineering or a related IT field.
  • Ability to safely work at heights using step ladders, podium platforms, and people lifts while following safety protocols.
  • Ability to safely use hand-held tools such as electric drills, safety cutters, and fiber testing kits.
  • Ability to work extended shifts in high-heat environments ranging from 79°F to over 105°F.
  • Ability to participate in rotational on-call duties for after-hours support in a 24/7 environment.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience directly supporting IT hardware infrastructure and working inside a production data center (preferred).
  • Technical certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Network+ (preferred).
  • Experience with network connectivity tasks, hardware component swaps, operating systems, or productivity applications (preferred).

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