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Senior Data Center Technician

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Microsoft

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Facilities Management
  • Johannesburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, IT experience, technical degree or equivalent, certifications, heavy equipment operation skills, safety compliance knowledge, and a valid driver's license. Shift flexibility is essential.
  • You will maintain SAW devices, manage inventory, provide user guidance, perform hardware troubleshooting, support deployments, assist with asset management, and foster strong workplace relationships.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Extensive experience supporting IT equipment or related technology.
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, or equivalent work experience
  • Applicable certifications: CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications
  • Experience operating heavy-load movement equipment (pallet jacks, chassis lifts, etc.)
  • Perform and execute organization’s safety programs and policies, and compliance knowledge.
  • Flexibility to work non-business hours (shifts) that may include weekends and/or holidays.
  • Valid license to drive standard street-legal automatic transmission vehicles within your DC’s local jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

  • Building strong working relationships with people working within the data center and at corporate.
  • Ensuring SAW devices are in a “healthy” state, meeting Security’s compliance standard.
  • Receiving confidential information to perform BIOS setting changes.
  • Managing SAW inventory, including ordering, receiving, assigning/re-assigning, and decommissioning devices.
  • Providing guidance to users for common SAW repair issues and escalating issues experienced by users.
  • Performing Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) for SAWs damaged within the first 30 days of receipt.
  • Providing Senior Data center Technician-level support when needed. Responsibilities include performing power cycles, swap out failed components, handling storage media, and perform troubleshooting when needed. Also, performing cable installations, hardware rack / stack installations, testing, and troubleshooting using standard data center processes.
  • Supporting the deployment of on-site DC physical infrastructure including Servers, NetDevices, SANs, Windows Server OS Support, Parts/Component replacement and physical hardware troubleshooting when needed.
  • Assisting Data center Inventory and Asset Management Team with shipping/receiving and inventory management to address high work volumes as required.
  • Embody our culture and values.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Senior Data Center Technician at Microsoft?

The primary role is to provide IT support for secure access workstations (SAWs), laptops, servers, and conference room audio/visual systems, while maintaining inventory and ensuring devices meet security compliance standards.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A high school diploma or equivalent and extensive experience supporting IT equipment or related technology are required.

Are there background check requirements for this role?

Yes, candidates must meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including passing the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

What are the preferred qualifications for this position?

Preferred qualifications include a Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, applicable certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Network), experience operating heavy-load movement equipment, and flexibility to work non-business hours.

What are the responsibilities related to inventory management in this role?

Responsibilities include managing SAW inventory, which involves ordering, receiving, assigning/reassigning, and decommissioning devices.

Does the role involve physical tasks within the data center?

Yes, the role involves physical tasks such as performing hardware rack/stack installations, testing, troubleshooting, and managing the deployment of physical infrastructure, including servers and storage components.

Will there be opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, Microsoft offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings, and professional certifications for employees in this role.

Is a driving license required for this position?

Yes, a valid license to drive standard street-legal automatic transmission vehicles within the local jurisdiction of the data center is required.

What is the work culture like at Microsoft for this role?

The work culture emphasizes collaboration, growth mindset, innovation, and inclusion, allowing employees to thrive both at work and beyond.

What should I do if I need accommodations during the application process?

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application process, you can read more about requesting accommodations through Microsoft's resource pages.

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