Data Center Operator: 24/7 Uptime & Critical Infra

Salute; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Salute in Meridian, Mississippi seeks a Data Center Operator to ensure the continuous, reliable operation of our U.S. data center facilities. You will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot power, cooling, and security systems to prevent downtime and protect data.

This role requires flexible shifts including nights and weekends. You will log activities, respond to alarms, coordinate with vendors, and support disaster recovery drills to sustain our IT infrastructure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of data center infrastructure (power, cooling, and security).
• Experience with monitoring and maintaining physical IT environments.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, airflow) for optimal operation.
• Inspect and maintain power distribution units, backups, cooling, and fire suppression.
• Respond to alarms and alerts; diagnose and escalate as needed.
• Manage physical access controls and security protocols.
• Maintain logs and documentation of operations and incidents.
• Coordinate with vendors for repairs, upgrades, preventive maintenance.
• Assist in hardware and cabling installation/decommissioning.
• Support disaster recovery drills and emergency responses.

Skills

Monitoring data center infrastructure

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Shift work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power distribution units

Backup generators

Cooling systems

Job description

Salute in Meridian, Mississippi seeks a Data Center Operator to ensure the continuous, reliable operation of our U.S. data center facilities. You will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot power, cooling, and security systems to prevent downtime and protect data.

This role requires flexible shifts including nights and weekends. You will log activities, respond to alarms, coordinate with vendors, and support disaster recovery drills to sustain our IT infrastructure.