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Microsoft Event Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Logistics Technician

Sterling, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

... Microsoft contractual agreements with suppliers and maintains a strong customer focus. Recognizes potential stakeholder impact of external and internal events and issues, communicates potential ...

Proficiency in Google/Microsoft office suite as well as other cloud-based software * A valid driver ... events * Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting or operating pallet jacks including ...

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Logistics Technician

Sterling, VA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

... Microsoft contractual agreements with suppliers and maintains a strong customer focus. Recognizes potential stakeholder impact of external and internal events and issues, communicates potential ...

Proficiency in Google/Microsoft office suite as well as other cloud-based software * A valid driver ... events * Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting or operating pallet jacks including ...

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Proficiency in Google/Microsoft office suite as well as other cloud-based software * A valid driver ... events * Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting or operating pallet jacks including ...

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and other standard ... Experience in event operations, venue management, facilities, or sports and entertainment ...

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and other standard ... Experience in event operations, venue management, facilities, or sports and entertainment ...

Data Center Program Manager

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$123K/yr

Overview As a Microsoft Data Center Project Manager (DCPM), you will perform troubleshooting for ... Recognizes potential client impact of other events and issues occurring across the service (e.g ...

... Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms. * Follow CROSSMARK's policies, procedures and position ... Events run on Saturday from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 12:30 pm-6 ...

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Microsoft Event information

What are common challenges faced by professionals organizing Microsoft events, and how can these be managed effectively?

Organizing Microsoft events often involves coordinating multiple stakeholders, managing complex technical requirements, and ensuring seamless virtual or hybrid experiences. Professionals in this role must be adept at troubleshooting technical issues, adapting to last-minute changes, and keeping up with evolving Microsoft technologies. Effective communication, strong project management skills, and proactive planning are essential to manage these challenges and deliver successful events that meet both attendee and organizational goals.

What is the difference between Microsoft Event vs Microsoft Project Manager?

AspectMicrosoft EventMicrosoft Project Manager
Primary RolePlanning and executing events, conferences, and webinarsOverseeing project planning, execution, and delivery within Microsoft projects
Required SkillsEvent coordination, communication, logistics managementProject management, scheduling, resource allocation
CertificationsEvent planning certifications (e.g., CMP)PMP, MS Project certifications
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, online platforms, corporate settingsOffice, project teams, remote collaboration

Microsoft Event focuses on organizing and managing events, while Microsoft Project Manager handles project planning and execution within Microsoft tools. Both roles require strong organizational skills but differ in their specific responsibilities and environments.

What is a Microsoft event?

A Microsoft Event is a gathering organized or sponsored by Microsoft to showcase new technologies, products, or services, provide training, and foster networking among professionals, developers, and enthusiasts. These events can be held in-person or virtually, and often include keynotes, breakout sessions, hands-on labs, and opportunities to interact with Microsoft experts. Examples include Microsoft Ignite, Build, and local community meetups. Attending a Microsoft Event can help participants stay updated on the latest industry trends and gain valuable skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Microsoft Event Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microsoft Event Coordinator, you need strong organizational abilities, project management experience, and a background in event planning or a related field. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, event management software (like Cvent), and familiarity with virtual event platforms are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail help you manage logistics and foster positive attendee experiences. These skills ensure seamless event execution, effective stakeholder collaboration, and successful outcomes for Microsoft's business objectives.
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Infographic showing various Microsoft Event job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Logistics Technician

Microsoft

Sterling, VA • On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Microsoft rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 132 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 242 rated software companies


Job description

Overview
As a Logistics Technician, you will perform cycle audits, execute incoming/outgoing deliveries, coordinate security escorts for third-party vendors, and document inbound and outbound deliveries. This opportunity will allow you to deepen your knowledge of inventory management principles, warranty process management, data bearing device destruction and advance your career in the process.
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DIAT, you will perform 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. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training and opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion training and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 Data Centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
In this environment, you may be asked to go on business travel to support other metros periodically, 0-25% of the time and have the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including shift assignments during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends and/or holidays
Microsoft is unable to sponsor a work visa for this role due to the nature of the role's job duties
Responsibilities
Customer Service
  • Maintains a strong focus to understand the impact of their work when completing tickets and assigned Inventory and Asset Management (IAM) tasks. Ensures IAM tasks are completed accurately as requested, as well as meet company and industry standards and policies. Becomes familiar with guidelines set by the Microsoft contractual agreements with suppliers and maintains a strong customer focus. Recognizes potential stakeholder impact of external and internal events and issues, communicates potential impact, and plans for impact accordingly.

Data Bearing Device (DBD) Destruction
  • Performs destruction of data bearing devices (DBD) following all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Microsoft policies as necessary. Ensures DBD serial number matches with database. Supports decommissioning servers, maintaining compliance and meeting Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Fleet Management
  • Performs weekly vehicle inspections.

Inbound and Outbound Logistics
  • Performs data entry to document inbound and outbound packages. Executes incoming/outgoing deliveries as instructed by management (e.g. purchase order [PO] receiving, Rack Movement Supervisor [RMS] activities). Ensures accurate documentation of incoming and outgoing deliveries as well as records. Applies appropriate customs documentations and standards for outbound packages.

IT Inventory Management
  • Develops working knowledge of stock control and inventory management practices and procedures. Performs cycle audits and data corrections to ensure all inventory controls are met and helps report and reconcile inventory discrepancies. Ensures detailed physical inventory tracking and staging, identifying opportunities to improve inventory and address space constraints. Performs material movement, including shipping/receiving and inventory management per standard process.

Operational Excellence
  • Follows existing procedures to run processes and ensures execution with consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of delivery. Completes required security and data management training while complying with security and data management procedures/policies. Participates in training for relevant site-specific procedures and tools (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, technician on-hand processes, inventory maintenance software, RMA portals, Rack Movement).

Procurement
  • Notifies management about ordering stock shortages. Escalates any issues to management.

Safety Practices
  • Complies with security and data management policies. Escalates any security or safety incidents. Coordinates with security escorts for third-party vendors. Engages in Task Hazard Analysis (THA) consistently for every task to be performed and ensures sign off from appropriate person for any related risks. Conducts rack movement activities, supporting training on devices and tools and upholding safety standards. Follows established protocols on dealing with unsafe materials out of containment, leveraging safety alert system, escalating to management, and properly disposing of them.

Tactical Shift Management
  • Performs assigned tasks and escalates issues during high-volume work activity or escalation-based situations. Seeks guidance from management before proceeding with the next step of a process. Begins monitoring inbound and outbound schedules, escalating deviations from scheduling, with guidance.

Travel and Work Hours (Applies to but is not limited to US-based Data Center roles)
  • May travel up to 25%, typically domestically to and from multiple locations during the workday. Working 12-hour shifts, including shift assignments during non-standard business hours such as evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • As indicated above, this role has a travel requirement of up to 25% which means you may be required to travel, from time to time, as part of this role
  • As indicated above, have the ability to work 12-hour shifts, including shift assignments during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends and/or holidays.

Warranty Process Management
  • Engages supplier to initiate warranty claim when automation is not available and processes the orders. Processes failed vendor hardware devices using online/other tools, including information processing, packaging, shipment, and receipt of return for Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and non-RMA devices. Performs manual return processes for non-RMA failed parts. Begins to perform manual ordering processes of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts. Follows all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) related to RMA and non-RMA warranty process.

Other
  • Embody our culture and values

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma AND 6 months experience or an internship in inventory management, retail, warehouse management, or a related field
    • OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Citizenship verification: This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport
  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years experience in warehouse/supply chain in an information technology (IT) environment, IT, and/or logistics, operating heavy-load movement equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, chassis lifts) for a large corporation
    • OR equivalent experience

#COICareers #datacentercareers
Logistics Technician ATR-B - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $23.22 - $32.36 per hour. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $27.64 - $34.66 per hour.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

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Year founded

1975

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