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The job requires physical strength and shift flexibility to accommodate full IDC service coverage.\nDuties & Responsibilities:\nStrong working knowledge with servers and network hardware/components, copper and fiber infrastructure installations and testing, data center product support applications, software (Windows, Linux, SSH, RDP, Putty, etc.) configurations and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) related tools.\nComplete cabling and installation in server, router, switch according to work orders as well as MACs (Moves/Adds/Changes) orders in designated data centers, including devices receiving, labeling, racking, powering and network connection, configuration, troubleshooting and break-fixing.\nMaintain a safe and secure operation environment by reporting any violations to the direct supervisor, adhere to security and safety of data protection protocols, error logging practices and support operating procedures.\nMaintain asset management and compliance with audit, daily log tracking, fulfilling documentation, retention practices and inventory checking. \nProvide smart-hands assistance at various sites within specified SLA (Service Level Agreement) response time.\nProvide status reporting regarding data center service availability, performance, and capacity utilization.\nCoordinate equipment/material receiving, shipping and RMA processing support when required.\nProvide general cleaning on raised floor, cabinet/rack exterior surfaces, work benches and other areas as needed on a regular basis.\nOn-call duties as needed. Traveling for on-site service support or deployment when needed.\nRequired Qualifications:\nMust be action oriented - understand task priority and the urgency of meeting deadlines. Well-known who, when, how to troubleshoot networking systems onsite and hands-on hardware updates. Not only do you have a team player mentality, but you are ready to infuse passion into your work in internet networking.\nKnowledge of networking, servers and OS. Understand TCP/IP.\nAbility to use IDC hand tools.\nAbility to lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs. 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