Data Center IT Specialist
Cushman & Wakefield

Job Info

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Job Title
Data Center IT Specialist

Job Description Summary
Responsible for end-to-end delivery of enterprise data center IT infrastructure service tasks, including proficient use of corporate service management applications and effective collaboration and request fulfilment skills
Job Description

Installation and removal of premise and computer room IT hardware and network cabling

**Hours: Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12am OR Mon-Sat 10pm-6:30am**

•       Action Change and Incident management support requests: Respond to network problems, identify root cause and effect corrective actions while effectively collaborating with peers, customers and leadership

•       Action Smart Hands (IT hardware) repair and upgrade tasks: PSUs, DIMMs, CPUs, storage devices, motherboards, NICs, base configuration deployment, etc.

•       Execute infrastructure delivery and support tasks without interrupting active data processing

•       Utilize corporate workflow management tools

•       Deliver services within deadlines and SLAs

•       Interact with leadership, peers and customers: Assess and determine IT service request infrastructure and delivery requirements. Identify and escalate problems; collaboratively develop solutions; and successfully deliver new infrastructure

•       Manage projects and schedules in support of workflow delivery

•       Manage and maintain raised floor infrastructure databases

•       Support leaders in developing and implementing policies, standards and procedures

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Requirements

•       Ability to work a shift schedule

•       Three years demonstrated work experience in mission critical environments

•       Advanced knowledge of data center computer room infrastructure

•       Fundamental working knowledge of EIA/TIA cabling standards and best practices

•       Ability to accurately perform network cable testing and certification

•       Physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including safely bending, squatting, stretching and lifting up to 35 pounds on a regular basis. Ability to safely lift items weighing 100+ pounds utilizing material handling equipment

•       Proven analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills

•       General working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite desktop applicants

•       Highly motivated, self-directed and detail-oriented individual

•       Ability and willingness to acquire new and evolving job-related skills

•       Strong oral and written communications

•       CompTIA A+ and Server+ training and credentials a plus

•       Cisco Certified Networking training and credentials a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics

AAP/EEO STATEMENT
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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