Tape Librarian

Tape Librarian

JOB-10046985

Anticipated Start Date

July 6, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Tape Librarian to manage and maintain the inventory of magnetic computer tapes, NAS devices, and USB storage media within a secure data management environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, organization, tracking, and distribution of physical storage media while supporting daily data operations and client deliverables.

Job Description

• Perform
• Serve as the primary resource for tape library projects and daily media management activities.
• Coordinate and manage tape pools, including creating, expanding, reducing, and labeling media inventories.
• Perform final quality verification of disks and tapes prior to client shipment.
• Register and document all incoming storage media.
• Retrieve, sort, file, and organize media for internal departments and archive operations.
• Prepare, package, and stage media for outgoing shipments.
• Quality check, label, and properly file incoming media.
• Load and eject media within automated tape library systems based on operational requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and organization of the tape library.
• Investigate and locate missing or misplaced media, coordinating findings with supervisors.
• Maintain accurate media inventory records using database and tape management systems.
• Resolve media catalog issues for internal users and archive personnel.
• Manage media error reporting, documenting soft and hard media errors in the appropriate systems.
• Generate inventory, utilization, and operational reports as required.
• Perform database searches to locate archived media and support retrieval requests.
• Coordinate with computer operations teams to meet daily media requirements.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and preservation procedures for all computer tapes and storage media.
• Maintain compliance with established work procedures, quality assurance standards, and departmental policies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Shift: 8:00 am - 5.00 pm.

Skills Required

• 3–5 years of experience in tape library operations, tape technician roles, or computer operations.
• Experience working with physical media inventory and data storage environments.
• Strong understanding of tape library operations and media lifecycle management.
• Experience working with database systems and inventory management tools.
• Knowledge of tape management systems such as MMS or similar technologies.
• Strong computer proficiency and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience training or assisting backup personnel is preferred.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and retrieve media throughout the workday.
• Minimal local travel may be required.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree is a plus.

Pay Rate

• $25 per hour (Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors)

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.