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OUR COMPANY:

EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world's largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees.

We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Data Center Network Operations Lead to oversee and support hardware repair and troubleshooting operations of fiber optic deployment, splicing, testing, and maintenance activities across large-scale and mission-critical environments. . This role requires deep technical expertise in diagnosing and resolving hardware and network issues, executing repairs, and leading a team of technicians in delivering high-quality, SLA-driven support. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using Command Line Interfaces (CLI) for diagnostics, managing escalations, and ensuring the consistent delivery of network services across a range of server, storage, and network hardware platforms.

This position involves rotational shifts to support 24/7/365 operations. This role may require up to 10% travel domestically

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

People Management

• Experience leading or coordinating field-based technical teams in fast-paced operational environments.
• Ability to monitor productivity, manage workloads, and drive teams toward defined deliverables and operational targets.
• Maintain and update documentation for incident resolution, root cause analysis, and repair procedures.
• Manage ticket queues and ensure SLA adherence through effective prioritization and escalation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and maintenance windows.
• Ensure compliance with MOPs and CMOPs, and contribute to their development and continuous improvement.
• Provide operational continuity and leadership coverage in the absence of the Site Supervisor.
• Lead and coordinate teams of technicians on a day-to-day basis. 
• Assign workloads, oversee daily activities, and ensure all field personnel remain aligned with project priorities and productivity expectations.
• Closely monitor technician output and performance against defined daily and weekly targets.
• Ensure all team members are actively engaged, productive, and operating in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, mentorship, and support to field personnel where required.
• Escalate performance concerns, operational risks, or resource issues to the Site Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and operational excellence across all site activities.

Technical Experience & Oversight 

• Lead operations across server, storage, and network hardware platforms, ensuring timely and effective resolution of hardware failures.
• Perform advanced diagnostics using CLI tools (e.g., Cisco IOS, NX-OS, Linux shell) to identify and resolve system and network issues.
• Oversee physical hardware repair, including component-level replacements (e.g., drives, memory, NICs, PSUs, fans, motherboards).
• Troubleshoot Layer 1–3 network issues, including port failures, fiber optic cabling, link flaps, and misconfigurations.
• Provide technical support and guidance for fiber splicing activities, including single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber applications.
• Support testing and validation activities using OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and visual fault locators. 
• Assist in the review and interpretation of OTDR traces, loss budgets, and certification results.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of fiber infrastructure issues and network faults.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Associate degree or higher in a technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience in data center operations or IT support.
• 5+ years of experience in IT support, hardware diagnostics, and repair in enterprise environments.
• 2+ years of people management, supervisory, team lead, mentoring, or equivalent experience demonstrating increasing responsibility. (Required)
• Strong proficiency with CLI-based tools and environments (e.g., Cisco CLI, Linux/Unix shell, iDRAC, iLO).
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and repairing fiber, server, storage, and network hardware.
• Familiarity with network protocols and tools (e.g., ping, traceroute, netstat, SNMP, syslog).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in high-availability environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between data center sites as needed.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• Experience managing a technical support team in a multi-site environment. (Preferred)
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, Dell EMC, or equivalent vendor-specific credentials.
• Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy) and asset management platforms.
• Familiarity with scripting for automation (e.g., Bash, Python) is a plus.
• Experience working in a 24/7 operational environment with on-call responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and more than 20 inches, and ability to adjust focus.
• Three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Ability to identify colors and give and receive information through speaking and listening skills.
• Regular requirements to sit, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent need to stand and walk; occasional need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.

The EOS pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, or other laws. 

EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor. 

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