Data Center Operations Specialist

Salute Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 company-paid holidays

2 floating holidays

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision from Day 1

401(k) with 100% vesting and employer

3% match + 50% on next 2%

HSA and gym discounts

Discounted group programs

Job summary

Salute Inc. is seeking a Data Center Operator in Hoffman Estates, IL. The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and maintaining critical facility systems to ensure >99.999% uptime.

The DCO will manage safety, preventive maintenance, and rapid response to abnormal conditions, reporting to the Site Manager. The position requires an engineering degree and at least five years of experience with data center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in data centers.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and emergency response.
• Familiarity with NFPA codes and building safety standards.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical diagrams and one-lines.

Responsibilities

• Place safety at the top of every task and consistently uphold safety.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions of facility systems.
• Perform planned and ad-hoc preventive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Inspect building systems (HVAC, electrical distribution) to ensure clean, safe conditions.
• Rapidly respond to indoor emergencies and air quality issues.
• Create, close and track work requests; manage and verify completions.
• Oversee contractors for daily operations and critical maintenance (UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers).

Skills

Electrical & mechanical systems

Data center operations

Preventive maintenance

NFPA/code knowledge

Power distribution systems

Emergency response

Customer coordination

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Salute Inc. is seeking a Data Center Operator in Hoffman Estates, IL. The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and maintaining critical facility systems to ensure >99.999% uptime.

The DCO will manage safety, preventive maintenance, and rapid response to abnormal conditions, reporting to the Site Manager. The position requires an engineering degree and at least five years of experience with data center infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and control systems.