Server Configuration Tech

Sprout•Garland, TX

32d

About The Position

Sprout is a global IT hardware retirement provider for hyperscaler and enterprise clients. We leverage a nationwide footprint (and international partner network) combined with proprietary software to enable efficient end-to-end IT asset disposition (ITAD) with a focus on data bearing devices from the client to the cloud. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with additional operations near Sacramento, Dallas, and Boston. Sprout provides software and services to clients in the form of our IT Asset Disposition, Certified Destruction, and Responsible Recycling solutions. Since our founding as an electronic waste startup from a Duke University dorm room in 2014, we have been expanding at an average rate of >66% each year. By adhering to our 3 values (One Sprout, Deliver Excellence, and Integrity Matters), we are proud of our culture to move at #SproutSpeed to become the emerging leader in our industry. For more information, please visit: www.sproutup.com. We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Server Systems Configuration Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for rebuilding, configuring, staging, and testing enterprise server hardware prior to deployment. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with rack-mounted servers, storage systems, and high-performance AI infrastructure platforms such as Dell and NVIDIA-based systems. This position requires strong technical aptitude, precision, and the ability to follow structured build processes in a fast-paced lab or warehouse environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree in IT or related field preferred)
2+ years of hands-on experience building or configuring enterprise servers
Experience working with Dell PowerEdge or similar enterprise hardware platforms
Familiarity with NVIDIA GPU hardware and AI server environments
Working knowledge of Linux server environments
Understanding of RAID configurations, storage technologies (SAS, SATA, NVMe), and networking fundamentals
Ability to interpret technical build sheets and hardware diagrams
Strong troubleshooting and hardware diagnostic skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a warehouse, lab, or rack environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI infrastructure or high-performance computing (HPC) systems
CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or similar certification
Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Proxmox, Hyper-V)
Familiarity with CUDA, NVIDIA drivers, and GPU firmware updates
Experience performing server refurbishments or asset recovery projects

Responsibilities

Rebuild, refurbish, and configure enterprise-grade servers to customer specifications
Disassemble and reassemble rack-mounted servers including component replacement and upgrades
Configure AI and GPU-based servers, including Dell PowerEdge platforms and NVIDIA GPU systems
Install and configure GPUs (A100, H100, RTX series, etc.), high-capacity RAM, NVMe storage, and RAID arrays
Perform BIOS, iDRAC, firmware, and system controller updates
Install and configure operating systems (Windows Server, Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, RHEL, or CentOS)
Configure RAID controllers, storage arrays, and network interfaces
Conduct hardware diagnostics, stress testing, and burn-in testing for validation
Verify GPU recognition, driver installation, and CUDA/NVIDIA software stack configuration
Perform cable management and rack integration
Image systems and apply standardized deployment templates
Document hardware configurations, serial numbers, asset tags, and testing results
Troubleshoot hardware compatibility issues and replace defective components
Follow ESD safety protocols and hardware handling standards
Collaborate with engineering teams on custom AI server builds and performance requirements