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Data Center Operations Analyst 2
- Valero (San Antonio, TX)
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Description:
Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. The world requires reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy and we see this as an opportunity.
Our 10,000 employees work together as a team to relentlessly pursue excellence, embrace the highest standards of safety and responsible operations, leverage our creativity and technical expertise to solve challenging problems, care about our employees and the communities where we work and live, and recognize integrity is critical to our ongoing success.
As a*Data Center Operations Analyst 2,*you will provide support for enterprise information system infrastructure technology solutions aligned with industry and company standards. Under general supervision, you will work in close collaboration with team members, end users, and other IS departments to meet the company's goals. The primary focus will be support work, but will also be involved in the design and implementation of projects.
*Key Attributes:*
* Problem-Solving
* Initiative
* Results Orientation
* Interpersonal Skills
At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
* Primary focus is to support assigned information system infrastructure disciplines/components and business users as an individual contributor or a lead of small efforts. This includes the use of Valero's system to track support activities.
* Participates in information system infrastructure design and implementation projects as an individual contributor or a lead of small efforts, as required.
* Works on or assists with basic tasks for the design, development, maintenance and upgrade of information system infrastructure involving hardware, software, and system applications. This includes, but is not limited to: trouble-shooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, user interaction, training, defining systems scope, gathering requirements, documenting design specifications, research and fact-finding, configuration, testing, reporting, cutover, IS and business user coordination.
* Develops cross-functional relationships with business users, IS departments and Valero business partners.
* Learns or demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge or experience with at least one information system infrastructure discipline/component and associated application/hardware integration.
* Helps coordinate the adoption of new procedures resulting from software and hardware changes, including the development of system specifications, documentation, training, and communication plans.
* Performs analysis on and recommends quality basic solutions to information system infrastructure technology disciplines/components.
* Learns and follows the various IT methodologies which include project management, development, service management and system architecture.
* May be required to work off-hours and on weekends for projects and/or support.
* Some travel may be required.
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
* High School diploma or GED required.
* 2 years of experience in a data center or equivalent infrastructure environment required.
* Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location required.
Preferred Requirements:
* Strong understanding of data center operations, including power, cooling, and space planning.
* Hands-on experience with IT hardware installation and troubleshooting.
* Familiarity with data center technologies such as cabinets, racks, PDUs, and environmental monitoring systems.
* Experience with ticketing and incident management systems.
* Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
Benefits:
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
* Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
* 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
* Company-sponsored Pension Plan
* Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
* Onsite Daycare Center
* Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers
* State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
* Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
* Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking/hiking on the greenbelt
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team. For more information, visit Valero.com.
Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
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**Job:** Information Services
**Primary Location:** US-TX-San Antonio
**Job Posting:** Oct 23, 2025, 11:15:25 AM
**Unposting Date:** Oct 26, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Req ID:** 25001EF
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