Sam Houston State University · 2 weeks ago
Data Center Operations Specialist I - 2 positions to be filled
Huntsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expSam Houston State University is a vibrant institution located in Huntsville, Texas, seeking a Data Center Operations Specialist I. The role involves monitoring and supporting the Data Center's physical infrastructure, ensuring normal operations of HVAC and electrical systems, and providing effective communication during Data Center activities.
EdTechEducationHigher EducationNon ProfitSTEM EducationUniversities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Monitors and responds to Data Center alerts according to written procedures on a 24/7/365 basis
Communicates effectively and timely with team members, supervisors, and clients
Provides central point of communication for Data Center related activities
Ensures normal operations of Data Center heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems
Performs Data Center physical access control including escorting personnel and conducting tours
Monitors system backups and ensure safe transportation and storage of physical backup media
Installs new and maintain existing Information Technology (IT) assets
Maintains records of all Data Center operating values and IT assets
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Two years of experience in a related field
Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature
Must have a basic understanding of a computer's internal components
Knowledge of operating systems (Windows or Linux) and utilities (such as PING, TRACERT, IPCONFIG, NSKLOOKUP)
Must be able to use standard office software such as Microsoft Office, internet browsers, and email Clients
This position is security-sensitive and requires a DPS fingerprint background check
Must adhere to Texas CJIS Systems Access Policy
Some travel is required
Equipment maintenance while exposed to elements, heights (on roof of 4-story building), infrequent or minimal exposure to hazardous materials, lifting heavy equipment, and occasional small scrapes or cuts due to metal edges on equipment
Benefits
Superior benefit package
Programs that support a healthy work-life balance
Professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs
Company
Sam Houston State University
A Great Name in Texas Education.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
National Science FoundationNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2023-01-13Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Jeanine Bias
Associate Vice President for Student Experience & Chief Retention Officer
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