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| Founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, Purdue University is a statewide university system which includes five campuses and numerous teaching and research sites.
The main campus is located in West Lafayette, Indiana (126 miles southeast of Chicago, 65 miles north of Indianapolis)and has an enrollment of 38,712 students from 50 states and 130 countries. In 2001, three existing groups – the Purdue University Computing Center (PUCC), Management Information (MI), and Telephone Services - were united under the direction of a newly created Office of the Vice President of Information Technology. The organization, informally known as Information Technology at Purdue (ITaP), is responsible for planning and coordinating the central computing and telecommunications systems on the West Lafayette campus of Purdue University. Greater Lafayette, Indiana area is home to Purdue University. Conveniently located one hour northwest of Indianapolis (65 miles) and two hours southeast of Chicago (126 miles), Greater Lafayette offers a small town feel with easy access to major metropolitan areas. In addition, the area offers a variety of entertainment and cultural opportunities. Purdue University has an excellent benefits package. Our employees enjoy excellent benefits, which include comprehensive insurance programs; reduced tuition for employees, their children, and their spouse; generous paid vacation; 10 paid University holidays; paid sick leave; employer-funded retirement plans; unlimited free access to local bus service; and much more. |
| Job details | |
| Job industry : | Telecom/IT-Hardware/Tech. Staff/Support |
| Job segment : | Technical Staff/Support |
| Job role : | Network Planning Manager |
| Position vacant : | Data Center Technical Coordinator |
| Job location : | West Lafayette, Indiana |
| Job code : | 1061.215.0702 |
| Job details | |
| Company name : | Purdue University |
| Minimum experience : | 1 years |
| Maximum experience : | 5 years |
| Job type : | Permanent |
| Gross pay : | Negotiable for the right candidate |
| Job posted : | Feb 06, 2007 |
| Job view count : | 501 |
| Job description | |
| Job description: | The Data Center Technical Coordinator is responsible for the installation, upkeep, and coordination of server hardware and related components for University data center facilities. The position will plan and forecast data center machine space locations for new and existing equipment. The position exists to provide a stable and sustainable continuity of hardware providing the foundation for all open-systems data center platforms. The position will be the point of contact for data center parts inventory and be responsible for maintaining that inventory and purchasing of server hardware systems, components, and services. This position will work very closely with the various groups in ITaP to ensure systems hardware needs are met and standard configurations utilized within the data center environments.
Minimum Requirements: Required: Associates Degree Business, Computer Information Systems or related fields. One year of experience working with enterprise-class server hardware in a LAN networking/distributed computing environment. Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experience. Experience should include installing, specifying, documenting, and troubleshooting server hardware, cabling, and networking. A demonstrated knowledge of server hardware and architectures including Intel-based enterprise-class hardware. A demonstrated knowledge of routed and multi-segment networks. Ability to read and produce technical documentation relating to the physical installation of data center computing hardware and cabling. Ability to understand and maintain purchasing and inventory control systems necessary. Excellent written and verbal communication. Self-motivated, work independently on daily tasks, and have a strong desire to learn. Ability to interact with a variety of customers in a professional manner. Ability to lift and carry 25-50 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Information Systems or related field. Knowledge of data center physical infrastructure. A+ Hardware Certification. Some knowledge of advanced enterprise-class data center systems including storage area networks, network firewalls, and server clustering. Purdue University has an excellent benefits package including: •Comprehensive insurance program with multiple options to suit diverse needs •Reduced tuition for employees, their children and their spouse •Generous paid timed off: 20 vacation days, 11 paid holidays and generous paid sick leave •Employer-funded retirement plans with no required contribution from the employee. Purdue University contributes a percentage of employee’s salary immediately. Employees are vested immediately. •Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependant daycare •Discounts at many local and national retailers including but not limited to: restaurants, movers, doctors, health clubs, Purdue Athletic events and apartment complexes. •And much more Overtime will be required to meet non-business hour maintenance windows. A check of criminal conviction records will be made for employment in this position. For consideration submit resume and apply online at: http://www.purdue.edu/hr/Employment/referral.php?PostingNbr=1061.215.0702 Purdue University is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer. |
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| Third party mediation allowed : | No |
| Telecommute : | No |
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