Infrastructure Repair Technician - Retrofit

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

We are seeking a skilled Infrastructure Repair Technician - Retrofit to join our data center operations team. This role is focused on the physical repair and maintenance of data center hardware, including servers, switches, routers, and related components. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with hardware from leading vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, and x86 server platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute hardware retrofitting tasks, including component upgrades, system reconfigurations, and firmware updates, without disrupting live operations.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to develop upgrade strategies and ensure seamless integration of new components into existing infrastructure.
• Perform hands-on repairs and replacement of defective hardware components in data center equipment, including power supplies, fans, and network cards.
• Manage the lifecycle of hardware components, from installation and troubleshooting to decommissioning and recycling.
• Conduct physical inspections and routine maintenance on data center equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Oversee the inventory management of spare parts and hardware components, ensuring availability for repairs and upgrades.
• Collaborate with technical teams to coordinate replacement activities and minimize downtime during hardware failures.
• Document repair activities, maintain accurate records of maintenance logs, and update system configurations as necessary.
• Execute basic physical layer troubleshooting, including cable and port testing, to ensure connectivity and performance standards.
• Support the implementation of new hardware installations and the physical setup of network and server infrastructure.
• Participate in emergency response teams to address urgent hardware issues outside of regular business hours

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Technical diploma or certification in electronics, computer hardware, or a related field. 
• Proven experience in retrofitting IT and network hardware, with a focus on data center environments.
• Familiarity with planning and executing system upgrades while ensuring minimal downtime.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the capacity to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to handle physical requirements of the job including lifting equipment up to 50 pounds. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy equipment, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Dexterity to manage small and complex components during hardware maintenance.
• Frequent standing, bending, and moving within confined spaces in the data center.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including areas with elevated temperatures and noise levels.

The EOS pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, or other laws. 

EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor. 

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