Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Overview

As a Microsoft Data Center Technician (DCT), you will develop an understanding of standard processes and procedures for preparing, installing, performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, replacing, and/or decommissioning equipment under the guidance of more experienced Data Center colleagues.  This opportunity will allow you to develop an understanding of our Data Center environment, familiarize yourself with security and data management procedures, and accelerate your career growth in the process.

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DCT, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.

Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 Data Centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.

With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

•  Contributes to issue tracking through escalations, asking questions, and seeking guidance on timely resolution of issues from more experienced technicians.
• Participates in daily safety briefings, completes required training aligned to the role and workload including safety training, complies with safety procedures (e.g., equipment use, lifting, electrical hazards, ladder/rolling stair use).
• Completes assigned tickets efficiently and in alignment with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while meeting established Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with guidance from other technicians.
• Complies with security and data management procedures and policies with guidance from other technicians and completes the required security training.
• Maintains a strong client focus to understand the impact of their work when completing tickets and assigned tasks.
• Contributes to a positive and effective team environment by sharing information with others, contributing to regular team meetings, asking questions, and staying apprised of the status of others' work. 

• Has pride and a sense of accountability for the service quality, completeness, and ownership of the data center facilities.
• Embodies our culture and values.

  

 

Qualifications

Datacenter Technician (DCT) – Job Description 

Role Overview 

The Datacenter Technician (DCT) is a hands-on operational role responsible for deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing datacenter IT hardware. DCTs ensure servers, network devices, and related infrastructure operate reliably, securely, and within defined service levels. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Deployment & Installation 

Rack, stack, cable, and label servers and network devices 

Execute hardware deployments, upgrades, and decommissions 

Validate power, network, firmware, and asset tagging 

• Break-Fix & Troubleshooting 

Diagnose and repair server, storage, and network hardware 

Replace failed components such as disks, DIMMs, PSUs, NICs, GPUs 

Escalate complex issues following defined support paths 

• Operations & Compliance 

Follow safety, security, and change-management procedures 

Handle data-bearing devices according to security policies 

Ensure accurate documentation and timely ticket closure 

• Collaboration 

Work closely with Operations Managers, Inventory teams, CETs, and Engineering 

Support large-scale rollouts and ongoing operations 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• Hands-on experience with datacenter or server hardware 
• Basic understanding of networking and cabling 
• Ability to follow SOPs, runbooks, and safety standards 
• Comfortable working in shift-based datacenter environments 

• While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ years' experience supporting IT equipment or related technology.
  • Applicable certifications: CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+), Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).

• Required Qualifications

  • Completed High/Secondary School, GED, an apprenticeship/vocational qualification, or equivalent experience and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components.

  Background Check Requirements: 

  Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 

  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

 

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Experience Level

Entry Level