Purdue University West Lafayette , IN 47996
Posted 2 weeks ago
Req Id: 30883
Job Title: Data Center Administrator
Job Description:
This position may supervise student and/or temporary Data Center Management staff. The PSC Data Center environment consists of sites across all of Purdue's campuses, including PWL (West Lafayette), PNW (Hammond, Westville), and PFW (Ft. Wayne).
Travel between these campuses to perform activity will be considered a normal job function and will be required of this position. Mileage will be compensated for travel between campuses.
About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience Needed
A Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or a related field is required
with at least Three (3) years of experience in a Data Center or other mission-critical environment required
Also acceptable, Associate's Degree
Four (4) to Five (5) years of experience, or High School Diploma and Six (6) to Seven (7) years of experience
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be accepted.
Preferred:
Some experience with construction projects, working with contractors, vendors, consultants, etc. a plus
Experience with enterprise and research class computing hardware and software
Skills Needed:
Working knowledge of data communications including fiber optics, ethernet, InfiniBand, WANs, VLANs, and IP networks desirable
Basic knowledge of:
data center infrastructure including 3-phase and single-phase power, HVAC, racking and cabling
high voltage filtered systems including UPS, PDU, transformer, generators, etc.
CRAC and other cooling technologies, including limited troubleshooting skills
Comfortable in consulting with a wide variety of staff, students, contractors, and visitors
Must possess good organizational and communications skills
Ability to:
develop and maintain working relationships with peers, vendors, technical resources and manufacturers
work independently
Additional Information:
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
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Posting Start Date: 3/29/24
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