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# Data Center Operations Engineer

- **Company:** Everforth Apex
- **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Linux, Firmware, Linux Commands, Networking Basics, System Testing, Hardware Debugging
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/72924b81-0c5d-4904-a268-b1dcef975d96

## About the Role

We are seeking a Data Center Operations Engineer to provide essential operational support. This role involves managing service requests, performing hardware break/fix activities, and ensuring the operational readiness of data center systems. The position requires strong problem-solving skills, customer service abilities, and the capacity to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment., * Experience with hardware repair, including replacing parts inside servers.

 * Ability to lift 65 pounds and work on a ladder.

Technical Skills:

 * Basic network experience.
 * Experience reading Linux logs.
 * Linux command-line interface (CLI) experience., * Prior Field Service Engineer (FSE) experience is a plus.
 * RoCE network experience.
 * Nvidia GPU/NIC experience.

## Description

* Provide day-to-day data center operational support.
 * Escort and coordinate with dispatched field engineers.
 * Manage parts shipping, receiving, and inventory.
 * Maintain and update environment documentation such as serial numbers, elevations, and runbooks.
 * Coordinate with colocation teams for power, cooling, and facility maintenance.
 * Execute customer-directed system and version updates.
 * Proactively monitor servers and notify customers of any issues.
 * Open and manage service requests, including triage and coordination of break/fix activities.
 * Perform troubleshooting, log collection, and follow vendor-recommended resolutions.
 * Support firmware upgrades and hardware break/fix activities.
 * Handle parts replacement, hardware deployment, OS installation, and GPU configuration.
 * Conduct system testing and validation to ensure operational readiness.