What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Technician - Groton, CT position at Unisys?
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- Install, configure, and decommission servers, network devices and other data center equipment..
- Perform routine hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- Monitor data center infrastructure for performance, temperature, and power usage.
- Manage cabling (fiber and copper) and ensure proper labeling and documentation.
- Support remote hands requests and coordinate with vendors and internal teams.
- Open requests for entitlement and coordinate repairs or maintenance
- Tack and manage inventory of hardware and spare parts updating records when equipment is added, removed, or reallocated. Follow and enforce data center security and access protocols.
- Work on-site in a secure data center environment.
- Travel may be required to support other client data centers.
- Evening or weekend work may be required for maintenance windows or emergencies.
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to incidents as needed.
- BA/BS degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3–4 years of experience in a data center or IT support role.
- Team leadership skills
- Proven experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of servers, storage systems, and network equipment.
- Understanding of TCP/IP, routers, switches, and structured cabling.
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux administration.
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
- Ability to run hardware diagnostics and monitor system performance.
- Understanding of basic cybersecurity principles and ability to implement security measures.
- A proactive professional capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Unisys offers an outstanding benefits package, featuring unlimited paid time off, a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare, HSA matching, ongoing learning opportunities, and more! We’re committed to supporting work-life balance and investing in your future success.
Video Interview Notice
At Unisys, we incorporate video interviews as a key part of our hiring process. This allows us to get to know you better and provide a more engaging and convenient interview experience. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you virtually!
This role may require access to export-controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
Unisys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to age, caste, citizenship, color, disability, family medical history, family status, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
This commitment includes our efforts to provide for all those who seek to express interest in employment the opportunity to participate without barriers. If you are a US job seeker unable to review the job opportunities herein, or cannot otherwise complete your expression of interest, without additional assistance and would like to discuss a request for reasonable accommodation, please contact our Global Recruiting organization at GlobalRecruiting@unisys.com or alternatively Toll Free: 888-560-1782 (Prompt 4). US job seekers can find more information about Unisys’ EEO commitment here.