Data Center Site Manager

Vultr • Springfield, OH

6h • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Vultr is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Center Site Manager to lead the launch of our new Ohio data center. We’re looking for a motivated leader with strong, end-to-end experience in standing up a new facility — including overseeing equipment deployment, infrastructure installation, and readiness for go-live. This is a highly visible role within a rapidly growing technology company and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both Vultr and the future of cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing tier 3 or tier 4 production data center environments.
• Thorough knowledge of common data center power, cooling, and connectivity technologies and operations procedures.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting network equipment and fiber optics connections.
• Ability to diagnose and repair server hardware issues along with experience in working with hardware vendors on RMA and in warranty issues.
• Self-motivated, reliable, responsible.
• Strong organization skills with ability to prioritize effectively.
• Superb communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with technical project management and Linux a plus.

Responsibilities

• Primary stakeholder and owner for all aspects of the data center site overseeing daily operations and ensuring 24/7 reliability
• Proactively work to improve and refine processes and procedures to ensure efficient operation of the site.
• Installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining servers, switches, rack PDUs, cabling, and related company owned data center infrastructure.
• Respond to alerts, alarms, and service tickets related to data center operations, outages, or performance degradation.
• Investigate and diagnose problems, coordinate resolution efforts, and escalate issues to higher-level support teams or management if necessary.
• Enforce security policies and procedures to protect data center assets, prevent unauthorized access, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Work with facility staff to address any issues with power, cooling, security, or other building systems and coordinate delivery of any new services that we obtain from the site.
• Create and maintain documentation of DCIM, data center configurations, procedures, and operational guidelines.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid insurance premiums for employee medical, dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4%, with immediate vesting
• Professional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year
• 11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan
• Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year
• $500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year
• Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
• Company paid Wellable subscription

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed