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What this job involves: The Data Center Break/Fix Technician III is a senior technical role responsible for leading advanced break/fix support and driving operational excellence in a high-availability data center environment. As the final escalation point for hardware failures and complex infrastructure incidents, you'll diagnose and repair critical systems, mentor junior staff, support vendor engagements, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring alignment with change and incident management protocols.
Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Diagnose and repair failed servers, storage nodes, and compute blades while adhering to strict SOPs and SLAs in mission-critical environments
Replace or repair faulty components including CPUs, DIMMs, motherboards, fans, NVMe/SSD storage, and NICs in large-scale rackmount configurations
Execute comprehensive test procedures to validate repairs and confirm successful reintegration into production workloads
Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Method of Procedures (MOPs) for complex repair scenarios
Collaborate with provisioning, network, capacity, and software engineering teams to coordinate repairs without impacting critical workloads
Utilize vendor-provided and proprietary diagnostic tools for troubleshooting and system recovery including BMCs like iDRAC/iLO and CLI tools
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior technicians while serving as final escalation point for complex hardware issues
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent with minimum 4+ years of hands-on data center hardware repair experience
Advanced expertise in server hardware troubleshooting including enterprise-grade servers, storage systems, and networking components
Proven experience with component-level repairs including CPUs, memory modules, motherboards, and storage devices
Proficiency with diagnostic tools including BMC interfaces (iDRAC, iLO), CLI tools, and vendor-specific troubleshooting software
Strong understanding of data center operations, SLAs, and change management protocols in high-availability environments
Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex technical issues and serve as escalation point for junior staff
Experience writing technical documentation including SOPs and MOPs for hardware repair procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical field
Industry certifications such as CompTIA Server+, A+, or vendor-specific hardware certifications (Dell, HPE, etc.)
Experience mentoring or training junior technical staff in data center operations
Knowledge of ITIL framework and incident management best practices
Familiarity with cross-functional collaboration in enterprise IT environments
Basic understanding of networking concepts and storage technologies
Previous experience in 24/7 operational environments with rotating shift schedules
*Day Shift and Night Shift Available
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Spartanburg, SCIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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