World Wide Technology Holding Co, LLC. (WWT) has an opportunity available for a Data Center Technician(BASH/Linux) to supporting both the physical and logical operations of the data center. World Wide Technology is looking for a Data Center Technician(BASH/Linux) in Hillsboro, OR role. This role is part of WWT s Strategic Resourcing services and is a contract role. The candidate will be supporting a WWT customer and will be employed by one of WWT s preferred partners. The partner will provide full compensation and benefit information prior to employment with the partner.
Sr Data Center Technician (BASH/Linux)
Hillsboro, OR
Duration: 18+ months
The Sr Data Center Technician is responsible for supporting both the physical and logical operations of the data center. This role combines hands-on equipment management including racking, cabling, and troubleshooting with systems-level administration for servers, network devices, and environmental monitoring systems. The ideal candidate has strong technical troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and experience with Linux or Windows system administration in a data center environment.
Key Responsibilities
Data Center Operations
Install, rack, cable, label, and document new hardware including servers, storage, and networking equipment.
Perform routine hardware maintenance, hardware swaps, and system upgrades.
Monitor data center environmental systems (power, cooling, alarms, and access control).
Conduct physical inspections and assist with incident response for power or connectivity issues.
Ensure proper inventory control, spare parts management, and asset tracking.
Support structured cabling standards for fiber and copper connections.
Systems Administration
Perform basic to intermediate systems administration tasks on Linux and/or Windows servers.
Assist with configuration, patching, and monitoring of infrastructure management tools (e.g., DCIM, Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds).
Manage user access, permissions, and system configurations under supervision of senior admins.
Participate in automation and scripting of operational tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
Support virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, Hyper-V) and storage systems as needed.
Contribute to change management and documentation of configurations and procedures.
Operational Excellence
Respond to tickets, alerts, and on-call requests within established SLAs.
Collaborate closely with network, systems, and facilities engineering teams.
Maintain compliance with data center security and safety procedures.
Continuously improve operational efficiency and system reliability.
Qualifications
Required:
2+ years of experience in data center operations, IT infrastructure, or systems administration.
Working knowledge of server hardware (Dell, HPE, Cisco UCS, etc.) and networking concepts.
Familiarity with Linux or Windows command line.
Understanding of basic IP networking (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, etc.).
Strong documentation and communication skills.
Ability to lift/move equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in controlled environments.
Preferred:
Experience with DCIM tools (e.g., Nlyte, Schneider EcoStruxure, or NetBox).
Exposure to monitoring and alerting platforms.
Basic scripting skills (Bash, Python, or PowerShell).
Experience supporting virtualized or hyperconverged environments.
Familiarity with ITIL or data center operational standards (TIA-942, Uptime Institute).
Rate/Salary: A reasonable estimate of the current pay range for this position is $30.00 to $35.00 hourly. Actual pay will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs, and will be set by your employer. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in base pay.
If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email SRpostings at wwt.com
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