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Job Description
A Third-Party IT Maintenance Engineer provides independent support for IT hardware—often extending the life of equipment beyond the manufacturer's warranty (EOSL - End of Service Life). They are specialized, multi-vendor technical experts who focus on proactive maintenance, rapid diagnostics, and onsite repairs to ensure maximum system uptime.
Key Job Specifications and Responsibilities Hardware Diagnostics & Repair:
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and component-level repairs on servers, storage (SAN/NAS), and network devices (switches, routers, firewalls) from various vendors (e.g., Cisco, Dell, HPE).
SLA Compliance:
Adhere to strict Service Level Agreements (SLAs), which often require rapid on-site response for critical issues (e.g., 4-hour on-site response), which may include 24/7 on-call rotation.
Asset Management & Logistics:
Manage spare parts inventory to ensure rapid availability of replacement components, coordinating logistics for on-site replacements.
Remote Monitoring:
Utilize remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools to monitor the health and performance of client infrastructure.
Documentation:
Maintain meticulous records of maintenance, repairs, and repeat failures. Typical Work Conditions This is an Office based remote-focused role, but it may require coordinating directly with field technicians who are in the field or guiding Client personal on certain procedures (Drive Replacements, PSU Replacement, etc.). High-pressure environment focusing on minimizing downtime for critical IT infrastructure and ensuring that downtime is largely limited.
Technical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of server hardware, storage systems, and network infrastructure, particularly with multi-vendor environments.
Flexibility:
Willingness to work on-call, weekends, or rotating shifts to support 24x7 client environments. Hybrid Working with 3 days in the office
Experience:
3-7 years of experience in maintenance engineering, IT field service, or datacenter operations.
Certifications:
Preferred certifications include Cisco (CCNA/CCNP), CompTIA (A+, Network+), or vendor-specific certifications (Dell, HPE).
Problem-Solving:
Strong diagnostic skills for analyzing complex technical issues in stressed, non-production or production environments.
Communication:
Effective verbal and written skills to coordinate with client IT staff and vendors.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift heavy objects (servers, UPS) and work in cramped, noisy datacenter environments.
Pay:
$1.00 - $100.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance