About this role
Job title: Data Center Technician
About the Role
CrowdStrike is seeking a skilled Data Center Technician to join our team. This hands-on role focuses on installing and configuring data center hardware while maintaining operational efficiency. The candidate must be experienced in data center best practices, Linux, computer hardware components and networking. This is an on-site role in Reno, NV due to commuting considerations.
What You'll Do
- Perform hardware installation, configuration, and testing of data center equipment
- Perform server and network upgrades within a production data center
- Run fiber optic and copper cabling to support growing infrastructure
- Maintain proper cable documentation and cable management standards
- Conduct Server configuration and Layer 2 Network configuration
- Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues
- Follow data center best practices and security protocols
- Assist with inventory management and asset tracking
- Participate in data center and expansion build-outs
What We're Looking For
- 4+ years of experience supporting production data centers
- Comfortable using a command line interface (CLI)
- Hands-on experience installing fiber optic cabling
- Basic understanding of power cabling and PDUs (Power Distribution Units)
- Familiarity with Linux and other network operating systems
- Familiar with server, storage, and network technologies
- Ability to lift up to 50 lb
- Ability to express good judgment to take action and move forward
- Ability to work collaboratively with both local and remote teams