- Closing Date: Not specified
- Application Requirements: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; basic knowledge of computer hardware and components
- Eligibility: 1+ year(s) experience supporting IT equipment or related technology
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Job Type: Full-Time
Join Microsoft as a Datacenter Technician and play 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.
About Microsoft
Microsoft, founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, is a global tech giant that has been a driving force in the computer industry. Based in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft became a leader in the operating systems market in the 1980s and ’90s with MS-DOS and Windows. Its popular products today include: Microsoft Windows: The widely used operating system Microsoft Office: A collection of productivity software Xbox: A gaming and entertainment platform Bing: A family of search engines Microsoft Azure: A cloud services platform Microsoft’s dominance in the tech market has allowed it to offer a vast range of technologies, spanning from personal computing and entertainment to business-level cloud services.
Datacenter Technician Details
What is a Datacenter Technician?
As a Datacenter Technician, you’ll stage, set up, troubleshoot, and perform hardware deployments. You’ll also assist in hardware decommissions following Standard Operating Procedures.
Who is Eligible?
Candidates with 1+ year(s) experience supporting IT equipment or related technology are eligible. Certifications like CompTIA (A+, Server+, Network+) and Basic Structure Cabling (BSC) are a plus.
Datacenter Technician Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Verify proper setup according to safety protocols
- Escalate incidents as needed
- Mentor other technicians
Requirements
Datacenter Technician Competencies and Skills
Ideal candidates will have competencies in:
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Safety protocols
- Data center facilities management
Datacenter Technician Benefits
- Industry-leading healthcare
- Educational resources
- Discounts on products and services
How to Apply
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