Critical Operations Engineer I (Night)

Operate and maintain chilled water, HVAC, CRAC/CRAH, humidification, and central plant systems

Support cooling optimization, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, heat exchangers, and water treatment.

Monitor wet sprinkler and double-interlock pre-action systems and associated detection devices

Support customer infrastructure projects including cage builds, rack and stack, overhead installs, power, and cabling

Partner with senior technicians, contractors, and vendors on maintenance, upgrades, and expansions.

Provide advanced remote hands, manage trouble tickets, incidents, and customer requests

Support administrative and communication activities across CMMS, ticketing, monitoring, and other operational platforms; maintain accurate documentation and provide timely updates to stakeholders

Contribute to procedures, documentation, and continuous improvement while promoting Operational Excellence

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply technical knowledge effectively

Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable with a strong work ethic

Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across operations, engineering, and customer teams

Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-availability environment

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of data center electrical, mechanical, and BAS/BMS infrastructure and systems

Strong understanding of data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure

Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, OSHA, and fire life safety requirements

Comfortable using hand tools, electrical test equipment, and standard computer applications

Electrical distribution systems including generators, switchgear, UPS, STS, ATS, PDUs, and transformers

Mechanical systems including chilled water, HVAC, CRAC/CRAH, humidification, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, and heat exchangers

Fire protection systems including wet sprinkler and double-interlock pre-action systems

BMS, PLC controls, and integrated monitoring systems

Fiber and copper cabling installation, termination, and testing

Proficiency with fiber optics, structured cabling, and telecommunications infrastructure

Working knowledge of basic security systems, including access control, CCTV, and facility monitoring systems

High School Diploma or greater

2-5 years of experience in the data center industry

Proven hands-on experience with large commercial or industrial electrical and mechanical systems

Strong fit for candidates with experience in the military with HVAC or Electrical training

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the job’s duties, the employee is required to stand; walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The position also demands flexibility to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment with changing priorities, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours as needed. Must pass background check, employment verification, and other pre-employment requirements.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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