Low-Voltage Data Center Operations Engineer

Ovation Workplace Services Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ovation Workplace Services Inc. seeks a Data Center Operations Engineer in Minneapolis to install, operate, maintain, and optimize low-voltage systems in mission-critical facilities.

You will collaborate with IT, Facilities, Network and Security teams to support daily operations, capacity planning, and infrastructure upgrades to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include monitoring low-voltage systems, structured cabling, security and access control, network support,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands‑on experience

Responsibilities

• Data Center Infrastructure Operations: Monitor and maintain low-voltage systems within the data center; perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and infrastructure health checks; support rack and cabinet commissioning and decommissioning activities; maintain accurate infrastructure documentation and asset inventories; ensure the reliability and availability of critical infrastructure with minimal downtime.
• Structured Cabling Management: Install, terminate, test, and certify copper and fiber-optic cabling; manage cable routing, labeling, and documentation; perform fiber splicing, OTDR testing, and troubleshooting; ensure compliance with TIA/EIA and data center cabling standards.
• Security and Access Control Systems: Operate and maintain access control, CCTV surveillance, intrusion detection, and visitor management systems; respond to system alarms and security incidents; coordinate with security teams during audits and investigations.
• Network Infrastructure Support: Support the installation and connectivity of routers, switches, wireless controllers, and patch panels; coordinate rack-and-stack activities with network teams; perform cable tracing and connectivity verification.
• Building Management and Monitoring Systems: Support BMS, DCIM, and environmental monitoring platforms; monitor critical alarms; escalate incidents; assist with performance reporting and trend analysis.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience

Job description

Ovation Workplace Services Inc. seeks a Data Center Operations Engineer in Minneapolis to install, operate, maintain, and optimize low-voltage systems in mission-critical facilities.

You will collaborate with IT, Facilities, Network and Security teams to support daily operations, capacity planning, and infrastructure upgrades to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include monitoring low-voltage systems, structured cabling, security and access control, network support,