Data Center Technician - Electronic Technician Senior

As a Data Center Technician, you will provide hands-on support for a mission-critical data center environment, ensuring the reliable operation of infrastructure that supports essential technology services. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting data center equipment, including servers, racks, cabling, and supporting facility systems.

You will assist with equipment staging, inventory management, and day-to-day operations, while also responding to incidents and service requests to help restore normal operations. The position works closely with internal teams, vendors, and customers to deliver consistent, high-quality data center services.

This position requires an employee to be onsite in Saint Paul, Minnesota with the option to telework occasionally. Telework for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements., It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check, * A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Position requires a minimum of two (2) years of IT related experience in data center operations, infrastructure support, or enterprise hardware environments., * Diagnosing and resolving hardware or infrastructure issues in technical environments, as well as installing and supporting data center and IT equipment such as servers, racks, and cabling.

• Applying standard practices and procedures used in the repair, installation, and maintenance of electronic equipment such as data, voice, video communication systems, computer systems, storage systems, network equipment, and cabling
• Maintaining technical documentation, inventory records, or ticketing systems.
• Working with data center operations, facilities systems, or monitoring tools (e.g., DCIM or similar platforms)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
• Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experience.

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master’s degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor’s degree for one (1) year; and an associate’s degree for six (6) months., * Knowledge of data center infrastructure systems, including power distribution, UPS, generators, or cooling systems.

• Experience using DCIM tools or infrastructure monitoring systems to track assets and environmental conditions.
• Knowledge of data center best practices, including cabling standards, labeling, and hot/cold aisle containment.
• Experience supporting equipment staging, shipping/receiving, or asset lifecycle management.
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, or cross-functional technical teams to complete installation or maintenance.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a 24x7 enterprise or mission-critical data center environment.

• Power Limited Technician Certification., Ability to lift up to fifty pounds (50 lbs.) and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and using ladders., * CJIS Background Check

• Driver’s License Record Check

Pulled from the full job description

• Loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account, As an employee, you’ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

The work you’ll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Services team, which delivers a full suite of services to state agencies, boards, councils, and commissions, and many central services to local government partners., Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands agility, and encourages us to embrace change. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT.