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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Administrator 2 - **Company:** Garmin Ltd - **Location:** Lenexa, KS, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Data Security, Firmware, Monitoring of Systems, Networking Hardware, Garmin, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Hardware Asset Management, Network Server - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59328869-data-center-administrator-2 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in computer science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or another technology related field AND a minimum of 2 years of IT infrastructure, systems administration, or data center operations or other relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience * Demonstrated troubleshooting ability across hardware, infrastructure, and system-level issues * Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions * Ability to work independently and manage multiple operational priorities * Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a small team setting * Consistently demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work documentation and organization * Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs. * Ability to work within data center environments including standing, climbing ladders, and working around rack-mounted equipment, * Outstanding academics * Previous experience working in a team environment * Experience with enterprise server hardware and data center infrastructure * Familiarity with monitoring systems, asset management tools, and infrastructure management platforms * Experience supporting compliance frameworks such as SOX or PCI ## Description We are seeking a full-time Data Center Administrator 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and maintaining Garmin's data center infrastructure and operational systems. This role performs intermediate-level operational and infrastructure tasks, including troubleshooting, hardware deployments, system maintenance, and operational improvements. Working with a moderate level of independence, this position ensures the reliability, performance, and security of data center systems while assisting with infrastructure projects, operational improvements, and mentoring junior team members., * Monitor and maintain data center infrastructure and systems to ensure reliability and availability. * Respond to system alerts and incidents, troubleshoot root causes, and implement corrective actions. * Participate in the on-call rotation and provide support for critical infrastructure incidents. * Perform system maintenance activities including patching, firmware updates, and infrastructure health checks. * Coordinate and execute server installations, rack deployments, cabling, and hardware lifecycle activities. * Support physical infrastructure including servers, storage systems, networking equipment, power systems, and environmental monitoring. * Assist in managing capacity planning related to power, cooling, rack space, and equipment density. * Implement infrastructure upgrades and assist with larger system deployments. * Execute infrastructure changes through established change management processes. * Maintain and improve documentation related to infrastructure architecture, operational procedures, and troubleshooting. * Develop and maintain work instructions and knowledge base documentation. * Ensure infrastructure systems adhere to established security standards and operational controls. * Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, performance, and reliability. * Participate in evaluating technologies, tools, and vendors to support infrastructure improvements. * Provide guidance and support to Data Center Administrator 1 team members. * Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, facilities, and application teams to support operational needs. * Communicate operational changes, incidents, and infrastructure updates to relevant stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)