What are the responsibilities and job description for the Datacenter Technician position at Unisys?
Data Center Technician (Server / Support)
Southaven, MS (5 days onsite)
10 Months (Possible extension for more years)
Unisys Corporation is seeking an experienced On-Site Service Engineer (OSE) to support enterprise data center and server environments, including next-generation AI platforms. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on maintaining uptime, resolving complex hardware issues, and delivering outstanding on-site service. Prior AI experience is not required—strong data center and server fundamentals are what matter most.
What You’ll Do
- Provide on-site support for Dell server and data center systems, ensuring rapid issue resolution and minimal downtime
- Perform hardware maintenance including server builds, swaps, component replacements, and firmware updates
- Troubleshoot system issues across hardware, firmware, and operating systems, escalating when appropriate
- Support both reactive and preventive maintenance following established procedures
- Collaborate with internal teams and customers during service events to ensure clear communication and resolution
- Document work performed and contribute to shared knowledge and best practices
- Participate in on-call rotations and support extended coverage when needed
What You Bring
- Experience supporting servers or data center hardware in a field, enterprise, or customer-facing environment
- Hands-on skills with server components (CPU, memory, power supplies, GPUs, etc.)
- Familiarity with Linux or similar operating systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Comfortable working independently on-site and communicating clearly with customers
- Willingness to learn and support emerging technologies, including AI platforms
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in technical support, field service, or data center roles
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Dell or other vendor certifications are a plus, but not required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on-call schedules
This role is ideal for engineers or senior technicians who thrive in fast-paced, customer-facing environments and want to work hands-on with cutting-edge AI data center technologies.
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