Data Center Technician, GPU Infrastructure
Overview
You own uptime and hardware repair in a GPU-dense HPC environment operating at full scale. You work within a 24/7 crew of technicians supporting NVIDIA clusters and Cisco networking gear. Shift flexibility and rapid incident response make this a role for hands-on problem solvers.
What You'll Do8
- 1Diagnose and replace failed GPU boards, NVMe drives, and CPU modules within 24 hours of ticket creation.
- 2Execute server provisioning and decommissioning workflows under Linux and BMC management tools.
- 3Run power and thermal sweeps to maintain safe operating bounds on 550kW racks.
- 4Document all changes in the ServiceNow ticketing system with hourly check-ins.
- 5Coordinate with remote NOC and facilities teams to resolve network and power alarms.
- 6Lead shift handoffs, summarizing open incidents and required follow-ups.
- 7Validate firmware updates and BIOS configurations before releasing nodes to production.
- 8Run cable repairs and label audits across the MDF and IDF zones.
Requirements8
- 12+ years as a Data Center Technician or 4+ years in a similar hardware repair role.
- 2Hands-on experience with GPU platforms, including NVIDIA HGX and DGX systems.
- 3Working knowledge of Linux commands and BMC interfaces such as IPMI and Redfish.
- 4Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on feet for full shifts.
- 5Familiarity with fiber and copper cabling standards, including Cat6 and OM4.
- 6Comfortable with rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
- 7A+ or Network+ certification is required.
- 8Associate's degree in IT, electronics, or a related field preferred.
Salary Insight
$73 - $94k per year
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