Data Center Operations & Systems Technician

Data Center Operations & Systems Technician Redmond, WA Who is Blueprint? We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun. What does Blueprint do? Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting- edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies. Why Blueprint? At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands- on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint. We are looking for a Data Center Operations & Systems Technician to join us as we build cutting- edge technology solutions! This is your opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering best- in- class service to our customers. In this role, you will independently execute data center installations, repairs, deployments, troubleshooting, and operational response activities across server, network, storage, cabling, and supporting systems. You will coordinate assigned work, maintain accurate technical and asset documentation, and help improve operational reliability and deployment readiness. This role requires alignment with the client’s best practices and safety protocols. Responsibilities : Independently install, rack, stack, cable, configure, test, and maintain servers, network devices, storage systems, rack power distribution units, and associated rack and MOR cabling. Perform and validate server and hardware repairs, component replacements, rack moves, equipment deployments, and IT equipment decommissioning in accordance with approved procedures. Monitor server, network, storage, and device health; analyze alerts, tickets, and logs; and resolve moderately complex hardware, software, imaging, connectivity, and configuration issues. Configure and validate switches, firewalls, wireless access points, IP addresses, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, domain access, and device-to-device communication within approved scope. Image and deploy servers using MDT, WDS, PXE, or equivalent environments; apply operating system updates, patches, firmware, and baseline configurations and validate successful completion. Plan and coordinate assigned installations, maintenance activities, and technical deployments, including implementation notes, readiness requirements, dependencies, rollback considerations, and validation steps. Perform daily system checks, preventive maintenance, and operational response activities to sustain safe, secure, and reliable data center services. Back up system and network configuration files, verify successful completion, and maintain recovery- related evidence and documentation. Maintain technical procedures, network diagrams, maintenance histories, repair records, configuration details, inventory data, and knowledge documentation. Prioritize assigned equipment and technical resources based on operational urgency, business need, project readiness, and stakeholder requirements. Generate operational, inventory, compliance, and project- status reports; identify trends and elevate risks, blockers, and recurring issues with recommended next steps. Provide technical guidance to junior technicians and contribute to training, peer review, documentation quality, and continuous process improvement. Qualifications : 3+ years of hands- on experience in data center operations, systems support, network support, infrastructure deployment, or a comparable technical environment. Demonstrated ability to independently install, maintain, troubleshoot, and decommission enterprise server, network, storage, and cabling infrastructure. Working knowledge of TCP/IP, switching, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, firewalls, wireless networking, domain access, and connectivity troubleshooting. Experience with server imaging and deployment environments such as MDT, WDS, PXE, or equivalent tools, including patching and baseline configuration. Experience using ticketing, inventory, asset- management, monitoring, and project- tracking systems with strong documentation discipline. Ability to coordinate multiple priorities, identify operational risk, communicate clearly with technical and nontechnical stakeholders, and work with limited supervision. Ability to work onsite, perform hands- on equipment tasks, and meet the physical and scheduling requirements of the assigned data center environment. Preferred Qualifications : Associate or bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, networking, engineering technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. CompTIA Network+, Server+, Security+, Microsoft, Cisco CCNA, or equivalent certification. Experience updating network diagrams, implementation plans, maintenance procedures, or technical knowledge bases. Experience supporting high- availability, safety- sensitive, or compliance- controlled infrastructure environments. Salary Range At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market. For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated compensation range is from $31.25 to $37.50 USD/hour , with a midpoint of $34.38 USD/hour . Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range. Equal Opportunity Employer Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to:View email address on click.appcast.io Do you have authorization to work 100% onsite in Redmond and Totem Lake, WA? * Select... While we value diverse global talent, Blueprint is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have ongoing authorization to work in the U.S. independently. Some roles require U.S. citizenship due to security requirements. Are you a U.S. citizen? * Select... Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Account 401k program Competitive PTO offerings Opportunities for professional growth and development Location: Onsite – Redmond & Totem Lake #J-18808-Ljbffr Blueprint Consulting Services