Data Center Technical Operations Engineer - Data Center Technical Operations En

Apex Systems; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee stock purchase program

401K with company match

Job summary

Apex Systems is looking for a Data Center Technical Operations Engineer in Sterling, Virginia. This role involves managing operations, risk management, and preventive maintenance of critical infrastructure in a data center environment.

The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and 2-4 years of experience in data center management, with strong leadership skills and a detail-oriented approach.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $33-$43 and requires a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience required.
• 2-4 years of management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site shift technicians and vendors.
• Establish performance benchmarks and prepare reports.
• Operate critical systems like switchgear and generators.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Leadership and organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Technical Degree

Job description

# Data Center Technical Operations Engineer - Data Center Technical Operations EnApply**Job#: 3041143****Job Description:**Data Center Technical Operations Engineer - Data Center Technical Operations En**Location:** Sterling, Virginia (Onsite)Compensation: $33 - $43 hourlyRole OverviewThe Data Center Technical Operations Engineer will be responsible for Data Center Engineering Operations. This role includes risk management and mitigation, corrective and preventative maintenance of critical infrastructure, vendor management, and metric reporting.Key Responsibilities* Manage on-site shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors, and vendors, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with established practices.* Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of critical facility operations and maintenance.* Work with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability, and efficiency.* Operate and manage routine and emergency services on critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, and building monitoring systems.* Assist in the design and build-out of new facilities and in projects to increase current facility efficiency.* Responsible for asset and inventory management.* Assist in recruiting efforts.* Deliver quality service and ensure all customer demands are met.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor’s Degree or a Technical (Military/Trade School) Degree with relevant experience is required.**Experience:** 2-4 years of relevant work experience and 2-4 years of management experience are required.**Skills:** Candidates must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, leadership and organizational skills, and strong attention to detail. The ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment is also necessary.Preferred Qualifications* 2-4 years of Data Center Engineering Experience.* 2-4 years of Data Center Management Experience.* Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant discipline.* Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/fiber) cabling. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Sterling, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** July 6, 2026**Pay Range:** $33 - $43 per hour