1. Hardware Familiarity
What types of computer hardware are you comfortable troubleshooting and replacing?
(e.g., CPU, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, sensors, etc.)
2. Hardware/Equipment Brands
Which hardware brands and platforms have you worked with?
(e.g., Dell, HP, Cisco, Apple, etc.)
3. Operating Systems
What experience do you have working within Linux environments?
(Specify distros used: Ubuntu, Mint, CentOS, etc.)
4. Networking Knowledge
How familiar are you with basic networking concepts and tools?
(e.g., DHCP, SSH, TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, etc.)
6. Debug Scripts
Have you used debug scripts or automated testing tools?
If yes, describe your process for running and interpreting results.
7. Root Cause Analysis
Have you collaborated with engineers or production teams to perform root cause analysis of hardware issues?
8. Testing Experience
Can you describe your experience with automated and/or manual hardware testing?
9. Documentation
Are you comfortable documenting inspections, failures, and resolutions in a standardized format?
10. Firmware-Level Understanding
What is your understanding of POST (Power-On Self-Test) and how have you used it in troubleshooting?
11. Physical Work Requirements
Are you comfortable working on ladders/stools to access 7’ tall server racks/cabinets?