Catalyst Data Center Technician Training Program - US Veteran & Military Spouse

Position: Catalyst Data Center Technician Training Program - US Veteran & Military Spouse Opportunity
** Job Description*
* ** Start a career in technology-no prior IT experience required*
* Interested in a data center career but don't have a technical background? Oracle's Catalyst Foundations program is designed for people who are ready to learn.

Catalyst is a  
** 12-week paid work and training program
** that prepares participants for a career in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) data center operations. Through hands-on experience, technical training, mentorship, and career development, you'll build the foundational skills needed to succeed as a Data Center Technician.

The goal of the program is for trainees to transition to permanent full-time Data Center Technician positions, dependent on successfully completing the program.

Whether you're a recent high school graduate or have experience in retail, hospitality, construction, manufacturing, logistics, the military, or another field, we encourage you to apply if you're excited to learn and build a career in technology. Prior technical experience or a degree is not required.

** What you'll learn*
* - During the program, you'll receive hands-on training while working alongside experienced technicians.

- You'll develop foundational knowledge in server hardware, data center operations, networking fundamentals, Linux, cloud infrastructure, safety and operational best practices, troubleshooting methodologies, and inventory and logistics operations.

- You'll also receive coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to continue developing your technical and professional skills throughout the program.

** Responsibilities*
* ** What you'll do during the program*
* ** Data center operations and hardware support*
* - Perform rack-and-stack activities for servers, network devices, and supporting infrastructure.

- Assist with server deployments, hardware upgrades, component replacements, and decommissioning activities.

- Perform basic break/fix tasks following approved procedures.

- Support hardware lifecycle management.

- Learn troubleshooting techniques and escalate issues when appropriate.

** Network installation and cabling*
* - Install, organize, and label copper and fiber cabling.

- Assist with network equipment installations.

- Verify cable integrity.

- Learn networking fundamentals and data center communication standards.

** Ticket management and operational support*
* - Complete assigned work using approved ticketing systems.

- Document completed work and operational activities.

- Follow service-level agreements (SLAs), operational procedures, and escalation processes.

** Inventory and logistics*
* - Receive, stage, track, audit, and ship equipment.

- Maintain inventory records.

- Support warehouse and material handling activities.

** Safety and compliance*
* - Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Method of Procedures (MOPs), and safety requirements.

- Follow Oracle security, compliance, and change management processes.

- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

- Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

** Who should apply*
* ** Objective

Minimum Qualifications *
* - Minimum 18 years of age

- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

- Demonstrated interest in technology and a desire to build a career in data center operations.

- Ability to learn technical concepts and follow documented procedures with precision.

- Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

- Basic understanding of mathematical and computational concepts.

- Basic computer skills.

Experience with a MAC is a plus though not required.

- Professional attitude with a customer-focused mindset.

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely.

- Ability to climb ladders, work at height, and operate in confined spaces as required.

- Ability to perform physically demanding work in a data center environment, including standing or walking for most of the shift.

- Ability to work non-standard schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and shift-based assignments.

- Access to reliable personal transportation to travel to, and between, assigned data center buildings during the shift, as needed.

- Ability to travel locally and up to 5% domestically as required.

- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. For clarity purposes, this means that Oracle is not in a position now, or in the future, to offer US immigration sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, support of H-1B, TN, O-1, green card, or F-1 e.g. EAD, OPT, CPT, I-20, F-1 visa stamp etc.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* - Exposure to computer hardware, networking,…