Data Center Technician - Data Center Technician II

Job#: 3034745

Job Description:

Data Center Technician - Data Center Technician II

Location: Boardman, Oregon (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

As a Data Center Technician, you will be a primary resolver for the support team, tasked with troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware infrastructure issues. This role requires basic to intermediate system administration skills and the ability to work autonomously to resolve server issues. You will support and share knowledge of various technologies with team members, take direction effectively, and work well within a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex hardware infrastructure troubleshooting and resolution.
• Manage work and priorities effectively through a ticketing system.
• Conduct hardware replacements, repairs, and installations.
• Share technical knowledge and train new team members to support team development.
• Work within a team with responsibilities that may span multiple site locations.
• Apply technical skill to build, implement, and meet assigned goals.
• Perform intermediate network troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation related to work performed.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience with server hardware.
• 2+ years of experience with Linux operating systems.
• 2+ years of networking knowledge with an understanding of TCP/IP.
• Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to perform hardware replacements and repairs.
• Familiarity with hardware components inside a server or computer.
• Understanding of storage devices.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix command line.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of data center experience.
• Associate's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent professional or military experience.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or Certified Network Defender (CND).

Work Environment

This position operates in a secure data center environment. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand or walk for extended periods, and climb ladders. The work environment may involve temperature fluctuations and the presence of airborne particles. Adherence to all required security and safety protocols, including daily metal detection screening, is mandatory.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $20.00 to $28.00 per hour. Please note that a comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees.

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Boardman, OR, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

May 16, 2026

Pay Range:

$20 - $28 per hour

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