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Overnight Mainframe Batch Operations Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mainframe Support Engineer

Dupo, IL

$45.25 - $58.25/hr

We are seeking a Mainframe Support Engineer to provide L2/L3 production support for enterprise ... Batch processing, and production support operations. This role involves incident management ...

Senior Mainframe Engineer Location: remote Pay rate: open to W2 and established 1099s Position type ... The role also includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule for overnight batch support. We ...

Mainframe Support Engineer

Venice, IL

$46.75 - $60.25/hr

We are seeking a Mainframe Support Engineer to provide L2/L3 production support for enterprise ... Batch processing, and production support operations. This role involves incident management ...

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How much do overnight mainframe batch operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight mainframe batch operations in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Mainframe Batch Operations vs Night Shift Data Entry Clerks?

AspectOvernight Mainframe Batch OperationsNight Shift Data Entry Clerks
CredentialsIT certifications, mainframe trainingBasic computer skills, data entry experience
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, IT departmentsOffices, administrative settings
Industry UsageBanking, finance, large corporationsHealthcare, retail, small businesses
Job FocusProcessing large data batches on mainframes overnightEntering data into systems during night hours

Overnight Mainframe Batch Operations involve managing large-scale data processing on mainframes during overnight shifts, requiring technical skills and IT certifications. Night Shift Data Entry Clerks focus on manual data input tasks during night hours, often with basic computer skills. While both roles operate during night shifts, they differ significantly in technical complexity and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Mainframe Batch Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

$46.25 - $59.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a Mainframe Support Engineer to provide L2/L3 production support for enterprise mainframe applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with COBOL, DB2, VSAM, Batch processing, and production support operations. This role involves incident management, troubleshooting, batch monitoring, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and business continuity.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Provide L2/L3 production support for mainframe applications and services.
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve production incidents within defined SLAs.
  • Perform incident triage, root cause analysis, and implement timely resolutions.
  • Monitor and support batch jobs, identify job abends, and ensure successful batch processing.
  • Execute operational runbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Perform DB2 data analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate with business users and technical teams to resolve production issues.
  • Maintain operational documentation, knowledge base articles, and support procedures.
  • Participate in incident communication, status updates, and post-incident reviews.
  • Support workforce management, time reporting, and overtime equalization processes where applicable.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and system reliability.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Mainframe Production Support.
  • Strong hands-on experience with COBOL, DB2, VSAM, and Batch Processing.
  • Experience handling L2/L3 production support, incident management, and problem resolution.
  • Strong knowledge of batch scheduling, monitoring, and job abend analysis.
  • Experience with DB2 queries, data analysis, and report generation.
  • Understanding of production support processes, SLA management, and operational procedures.
  • Exposure to C# and VB.NET applications is desirable.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with business and technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production support environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting workforce management or time reporting applications.
  • Knowledge of ITIL-based Incident and Problem Management processes.
  • Experience with production monitoring and operational support tools.
  • Ability to support after-hours or on-call production activities when required.