Data Center Technician - Marble, NC

Datacenter Hardware Technician
Marble, North Carolina (100% onsite) - FYI - this position wouldn't start until early December 2025. We can provide relocation assistance.

This will be first shift however it will occasionally rotate (8 hours per day, 40 hours a week). Must be flexible to work varying shifts. Salary: 80-90K (pending experience)

We are seeking a Datacenter Hardware Technician to support and maintain Dell server infrastructure in a high-demand, fast-paced environment. This role involves hands-on hardware troubleshooting, repairs, and installations (rack and stack), with a focus on maintaining uptime and efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, physically capable, and comfortable working onsite within a team-based datacenter setting.

• Hardware Maintenance & Repair:
  Perform break/fix services on Dell servers, including the replacement of components such as GPUs, NICs, memory, and other hardware.
• Ticket Management:
  Track, prioritize, and resolve hardware-related service tickets in a timely and efficient manner.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics:
  Identify and resolve hardware issues using knowledge of server architecture and components.
• Customer Service & Communication:
  Maintain clear, professional communication with team members and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Physical Datacenter Work:
  Lift up to 65 pounds, climb ladders, and carry out tasks in a physically demanding datacenter environment.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  
  Work closely with fellow technicians and other departments to meet deployment and maintenance goals.
• Quality & Precision:
  Ensure all tasks and repairs are performed to a high standard of accuracy and reliability.

• Must be a US citizen.
• This position requires 100% onsite presence in Marble, NC.
• Shift is expected to be first shift, but will probably rotate often. Must be able to work varying shift.
• Role involves physical labor in a dynamic datacenter environment.

• Dell Server Expertise:
  Proven experience racking, stacking, and servicing Dell servers in a datacenter setting.
• Break/Fix Proficiency:
  Hands-on experience diagnosing hardware issues and performing part replacements.
• Troubleshooting
  
  Skills:
  
  
  Strong problem-solving abilities and technical insight into server operations.
• Customer Focus:
  Excellent communication skills with a professional, customer-first approach.
• Physical Capability:
  Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 65 lbs) and work on ladders as needed.
• Detail-Oriented:
  Committed to delivering high-quality work with strong attention to detail.

• Experience with Nvidia GPUs/NICs
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret Linux logs for diagnostics

• Familiarity with the Linux command line (CLI)
• Exposure to RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) networking

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. A TRICARE Supplemental Medical Insurance plan is also available. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered.

Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. We offer a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.

EOE, including disability/veterans.