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Microsoft

Builds workplace software, PCs and cloud services

Data Center Technician

Full-Time
$27.45 - $53.70/hr
Junior
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In Person
IT Operations
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and basic knowledge of computer hardware and components.
  • At least one year of experience supporting IT equipment or related technology.
  • Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph.
  • Must meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements before offer and after hire, and maintain or obtain the appropriate government clearance and customer screening requirements.
  • Must successfully verify the stated security clearance before an offer of employment.
  • Must pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • U.S. citizenship is required and will be verified due to citizenship-based legal restrictions.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare, install, diagnose, troubleshoot, replace, and decommission equipment in accordance with standard processes and procedures.
  • Share relevant information proactively to support efficient workflows and mitigate the impact of changes on others’ work.
  • Comply with Data Center Services business-unit and service-level policies, procedures, and deadlines.
  • Complete assigned tickets efficiently, meet or exceed applicable key performance indicators and service-level agreements, and work with minimal guidance from other technicians.
  • Prepare, stage, set up, and start up or shut down racks, hard drives, and switches according to instructions, checklists, guides, protocols, and emails; assist and guide other technicians with challenging or complex tasks.
  • Perform post-execution quality checks and verify grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling against safety protocols, deployment standards, and planned Network Design Tasks.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot issues using standard procedures, identify their causes, and replace faulty components while minimizing customer and business disruption.
  • Guide technicians as they troubleshoot issues.
  • Decommission hardware for simple changes and refreshes, such as memory upgrades and operating-system rebuilds, following standard procedures with minimal guidance.
  • Communicate, report, and escalate incidents to appropriate data center operations management units, Technician Leads, and engineering specialists.
  • Develop an understanding of cross-functional processes to support partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Complete role- and workload-aligned training and observe experienced technicians to gain hands-on experience and on-the-job training.
  • Participate in daily safety briefings, complete required safety training, and comply with safety procedures for equipment use, lifting, electrical hazards, and ladder or rolling-stair use.
  • Comply with security and data-management procedures and policies, complete required security training, and alert others to security concerns or incidents.
  • Contribute to an effective team environment by sharing information, participating in regular team meetings, asking questions, and staying apprised of others’ work.
  • Take accountability for service quality, completeness, the resulting user experience, and the data center facilities.
  • Learn the client’s business and maintain a client focus to understand the impact of work when completing tickets and assigned tasks.
Desired Qualifications
  • Applicable certifications such as CompTIA A+, Server+, or Network+, or Basic Structure Cabling (BSC).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
  • Desire to learn, grow, and develop new technical skills.

About the company

Microsoft builds workplace software, operating systems and cloud infrastructure for consumers, businesses and government agencies, from small organizations to global enterprises. Microsoft 365 combines Word and Excel with Teams communication and Copilot AI features, while Windows runs PCs and Surface supplies the company's own computers. Azure rents computing capacity, storage and databases to build and run web applications. Microsoft also sells Xbox consoles and games, collecting revenue through software licenses, subscriptions, usage charges and product sales. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is headquartered in Redmond, Washington.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Redmond, Washington

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • US corporate staff receive education support: eligible, approved graduate coursework qualifies for up to $10,000 annually.
  • Cloud demand expands: July 2026 results showed Azure and other cloud services revenue grew 43% year-over-year in fiscal Q4.
  • Investment has an earnings cushion: July 2026 results reported $155.2 billion consolidated operating profit for fiscal 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Performance reviews include security: every Microsoft employee must discuss their security contribution with their manager.
  • Office flexibility depends on the role: Microsoft's postings specify requirements ranging from fully remote to fully on-site.
  • Cloud capacity faces local limits: Microsoft describes power-grid delays and water constraints affecting US datacenter expansion.

What makes Microsoft unique

  • Hybrid customers stay within reach: Azure Arc manages servers across customer datacenters and competing clouds.
  • Developer reach extends beyond Azure: Microsoft's GitHub hosts code collaboration alongside AI coding tools.
  • Professional data widens its business: Microsoft owns LinkedIn's recruiting, advertising and workplace-learning network.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Conference Attendance Budget
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options

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