Database Administrator

Summary

Summary The Ash Group is hiring a Database Administrator II for our client (a major electricity and natural gas utility provider).

This is a Hybrid 12-month contract role based in Minneapolis, MN (3 days onsite, Tue–Thur), offering a pay rate of $57.00 per hour. This role supports the Operational Technology (OT) side of the business, including critical SCADA and nuclear systems , managing a diverse multi-platform environment including Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB.

Role Details

• Compensation : $57.00 per hour.
• Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.
• Duration : 12-month contract (High potential for extension).
• Location : Hybrid (3 days onsite in Minneapolis, MN).
• Schedule : Standard 40-hour week with an on-call rotation every 4 weeks (7-day coverage).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide comprehensive DBA support for SCADA and nuclear systems , ensuring the stability of critical utility infrastructure.
• Perform high-level database administration tasks including performance tuning, patching, database builds, and complex backup / recovery operations.
• Drive efficiency through automation by writing and maintaining scripts in KornShell (Unix / Linux) and PowerShell (Windows) .
• Monitor proactive and reactive alerts via the DBA helpdesk and manage service requests through ServiceNow .
• Collaborate with a team of 5 DBAs and various application support teams on major capital projects, such as ADMS upgrades .
• Execute database lifecycle management across multiple platforms : Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience : 5–7 years of hands-on DBA experience is preferred. A background in utility or SCADA environments is a significant advantage.
• Multi-Platform Expertise : Demonstrated proficiency in managing Oracle and SQL Server is required; experience with PostgreSQL and MariaDB is highly valued.
• Technical Skills : Expert knowledge of performance tuning, indexing, and backup / recovery strategies (e.g., RMAN, SQL Backups).
• Scripting : Strong ability to automate tasks using KornShell and PowerShell .
• Certifications : Microsoft or Oracle certifications (such as OCP ) are preferred.
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.

Apply today to join a team managing the databases that power our community's critical energy infrastructure.

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