Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Lenovo
Job overview
The Data Center Technician role at Lenovo involves managing physical installation and maintenance of data center hardware to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
Responsibilities and impact
The technician will install and remove servers, storage, and network devices, handle cabling tasks, troubleshoot physical layer issues, manage inventory and assets, process e-waste, oversee capacity and utilization of data center resources, maintain detailed records, manage projects, and coordinate with suppliers while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have experience with physical installation and troubleshooting of data center equipment and cabling, strong attention to detail, cable management skills, and knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.
Company overview
Lenovo is a global technology company known for designing, manufacturing, and selling a wide range of consumer electronics, including personal computers, tablets, smartphones, and data center solutions. They generate revenue primarily through the sale of these products, with significant market share in the PC industry, bolstered by their acquisition of IBM's personal computer division in 2005 and Motorola Mobility in 2014. Founded in Beijing in 1984, Lenovo has grown into a multinational corporation with a strong presence in over 160 countries, emphasizing innovation and sustainability in its operations.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight hands-on experience with physical installation and removal of servers, storage, and network devices, emphasizing precision and attention to detail in cable management.
Focus on showcasing skills in troubleshooting physical layer issues and testing of network and communication cables, including copper, fiber, DAC, and AOC types, as these are critical for the role.
Demonstrate experience with inventory and asset management related to data center equipment and supplies, along with knowledge of e-waste processing and media destruction protocols.
Include examples of capacity and utilization management at various levels within a data center, plus your ability to maintain accurate records and documentation of installations and troubleshooting.
Apply through Lenovo’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn, ensuring your application is visible on multiple platforms to maximize reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with Lenovo’s data center or infrastructure teams; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Lenovo data center projects or asking about best practices in cable management and equipment installation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'physical installation,' 'cable management,' 'troubleshooting,' 'asset management,' and 'project management' to improve screening success.
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