Working in a data centre

[Rexxar]

So after spending years job hopping, i've decided to settle down on a career of sorts.

I'm looking at jobs in Data Centre's , this is an area that interests me and there's a large amount of jobs being advertised at the moment, particularly in Herts which is my doorstep.

Does anyone here work in one and can you give any pointers on where to start? I don't know if i should apply for roles with "the ambition to learn" and start off in a junior position, or whether i should look at qualifications first?

Any advise would be appreciated from those in the field.


Thanks

 

[Rexxar]

Thanks,

The role i was looking at was a Support Engineer, which i imagined to be a lot of hands-on physical work. I'm getting sick of the commute where i work now as it's turning a 9hr day into a 13-14hr day , and i'd rather be closer to home, and actually working a 13hr day which is reflected in the wages vs travel!

Primary Duties:

* Racking & un-racking of computer hardware (Sun / HP / Dell).
* Configure remote iLO / RIB connections on HP / Dell hardware.
* Supervision of 3rd party vendors during core hours and On Call for break-fix installs and decommissions.
* Use network scanners and cables tester to diagnose infrastructure faults.
* Patching (copper and fibre).
* Respond to incidents and escalate problems to Infrastructure Support team.

Secondary Duties:
* System Monitoring (BMS / Email / HP SIM / Service Center / Dell OME).
* Carry out Tape Loading / unloading as directed by Backup support team. Ensure all tapes are handled carefully and stored securely.
* Manage hardware deliveries to site ensuring kit stored securely and relevant party informed of receipt.
* Stock Control of store room.
* Processing of Access Control Requests.
* Return faulty hardware to 3rd Party vendor support.
* Regular physical inspection of Data Hall.