Datacenter Technician at Vultr

Springfield, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cloud Computing, Data CentersIndustries

Requirements

5+ years experience working in a datacenter as a technician or similar role installing, configuring, and troubleshooting server and network equipment
Ability to work independently to manage projects within the facility
Firm understanding of servers, network equipment, and datacenter facility services like power, cooling, and cross connections to service providers
Experience with troubleshooting, building, repairing, and upgrading servers
Strong organizational skills
Superb communication skills

Responsibilities

Handling incoming data center support requests
Installing and performing on-going maintenance on servers and network equipment, including rack & stack of servers and switches, cabling, and physical configuration of devices
Responding to reported server, network, and infrastructure issues
Working with facility staff to ensure that power, cooling, and all other facility provided services are working properly; coordinating any maintenance, and ensuring that any outages are addressed and escalated accordingly
Running hardware diagnostics and replacing failing parts in a timely manner
Working with vendor warranty technicians to ensure that any warranty issues are resolved promptly and properly
Proactively identifying issues and areas to improve efficiency and developing plans to resolve
Setting up, maintaining, and documenting spare parts inventory
Collaborating with software and network engineering teams on cybersecurity and network efficiency
Upgrading internal system components, including CPUs, memory, hard drives, and network cables
Maintaining detailed documentation of infrastructure, work, and physical parts inventory
Escalating issues as needed to ensure prompt resolution

Skills

rack and stack

server installation

network switches

cabling

hardware diagnostics

troubleshooting

power systems

cooling systems

Vultr

Cloud infrastructure provider with global deployment

About Vultr

Vultr provides cloud infrastructure services, specializing in high-performance SSD VPS (Solid State Drive Virtual Private Servers) that can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds. Their services include cloud compute instances, storage solutions, and networking capabilities, allowing clients to manage and deploy resources easily. Unlike many competitors, Vultr operates on a subscription-based model where clients pay only for the resources they use, making it a cost-effective option for businesses of all sizes. With a strong focus on customer support, handling over 35,000 requests monthly, Vultr aims to simplify cloud computing for developers, startups, and enterprises across more than 150 countries.

West Palm Beach, FloridaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$323.9MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Gym Membership

Risks

Increased competition in AI infrastructure could erode Vultr's market share.

Rapid expansion may lead to operational challenges if not managed carefully.

Dependence on partnerships poses risks if strategic misalignments occur.

Differentiation

Vultr offers over 20 data center locations across 5 continents for low latency.

The company provides high-performance cloud infrastructure at a fraction of Big Tech costs.

Vultr's SSD VPS can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds.

Upsides

Vultr secured $3.5B for global expansion in AI infrastructure and cloud computing.

Partnerships with AMD, Broadcom, and Juniper enhance Vultr's AI and cloud capabilities.

Vultr's competitive pricing model attracts businesses seeking cost-effective cloud solutions.

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