Assistant Mechanical Manager

Overview

CloudHQ provides flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions for businesses of all sizes. We operate data center sites in Northern Virginia, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and Sao Paulo, with anticipated growth in the US and abroad.

The Assistant Mechanical Manager will have solid data center mechanical plant operating experience. The role requires knowledge of large-scale data centers, including mechanical and fire protection infrastructures, and a thorough understanding of building automation systems that manage mechanical plant infrastructure. The Assistant Mechanical Manager will schedule, coordinate, and participate in significant planned and emergency maintenance, ensuring these activities are executed in a controlled method that maintains uninterrupted integrity of the critical loads supported by these systems.

• Develop operating and maintenance strategies to ensure continuous availability of all critical systems
• Develop and update preventative and predictive maintenance programs for essential equipment
• Develop procedures and maintenance checklists within the sites CMMS platform
• Coordinate and inspect services performed by outsourced vendors
• Manage costs and budgets associated with mechanical and related operations
• Maintain an environment where diligence to policies and proven processes are essential
• Ensure best practices and standards are adopted and enforced
• Ensure all safety measures are in place and that safety equipment inspections/certifications are up to date
• Identify and pursue opportunities for innovation
• Establish and cultivate relationships with key internal and external contacts

• Expertise in reading design documents and Microsoft Office suite applications, preferably Excel, Project, Visio or AutoCAD
• Proven written communication and technical writing skills
• Complex problem-solving using analysis and technical and organizational expertise
• Identify industry trends and articulate implications for Data Center operations
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary
• Willingness to respond to emails after hours in the event of an emergency

• Three (3) years of professional experience in operations and maintenance in a high-reliability Data Center environment
• Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree or equivalent

CloudHQ’s people and culture are central to our success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.

CloudHQ is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.