Data Center Operations EngineerLocation: Etna, Ohio (Onsite)
Shift: First Shift
Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: $40.86/hour
Role SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled
Data Center Operations Engineer to join our team in Etna, Ohio. This role is critical to maintaining the operational integrity, security, and efficiency of our data center environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data center operations, strong technical expertise, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.
Key Responsibilities- Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain data center systems including servers, storage, networking, and cabling.
- Monitoring & Optimization: Use DCIM and monitoring tools to track KPIs such as uptime, PUE, and thermal health; proactively address performance issues.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine inspections, firmware updates, and predictive maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Oversee daily operations to ensure optimal performance, uptime, and reliability.
- Manage and execute data center projects, including equipment installations, upgrades, and decommissions.
- Ensure compliance with security, safety, and operational policies.
- Collaborate with IT teams to support infrastructure needs and resolve technical issues promptly.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including inventory, maintenance logs, and operational reports.
- Provide on-call support and respond to emergencies as required.
Qualifications- Experience: 5+ years in data center operations or a related technical field.
- In-depth knowledge of SiteScan and other data center operations tools.
- Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, power/cooling systems, and redundancy planning.
- Hands-on experience with server and store hardware installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with network protocols and hardware (switches, routers).
- Proficiency with monitoring and management tools for data center operations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working independently and in a team.
- Availability for on-call and occasional weekend work.
Preferred Qualifications- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Server+ or equivalent.
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms.
- Knowledge of data center best practices and industry standards (TIA-942, ASHRAE).
- Nice to have: Background in retail IT environments.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Etna, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.86 - $40.86/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Etna,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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