Critical Facility Engineer

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Critical Facility Engineer I

Full Time | Forest Grove, OR, US

Salary: $44.61 – $50.18 Hourly | $92,788.45 – $ per year

Salute is a leading provider of cutting‑edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Critical Facilities Engineer to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

• Time to Recharge: 8 company‑paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision enrollment starting Day 1.
• Employee Assistance Program available to all employees.
• Employer‑supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, 3% employer match, and 50% match on the next 2%.
• Wellness Support: HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts.
• Discounted group programs: legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance,  protection.

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in facilities systems.
• Complete planned and ad‑hoc preventive maintenance work assignments requiring coordination with engineering, mechanical, and maintenance trades.
• Conduct periodic inspections of building systems (HVAC, electrical distribution, mechanical equipment rooms) to ensure clean and safe conditions.
• Rapidly respond to and investigate indoor emergency situations and air quality complaints.
• Create, close, and track work requests (WR); initiate or respond to work orders and verify completion.
• Monitor performance of service contractors and recommend changes as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Support delivery of data center services including colocation, telecommunications, and additional services to customers and internal systems.
• Act as an operational contact for data center customers, vendors, and carriers related to colocation, connectivity, and network products.
• Carry out tasks under direction of the Network/Engineering Infrastructure Manager and IT Manager to support internal networks and IT infrastructure.
• Conduct activities in IT and telecommunications rooms such as installing hardware, running patch cables, and testing cable paths.
• Coordinate access to and work within the facility with third‑party contractors, vendors, and carriers for structured cabling, circuit delivery, and equipment installation in IT and telecommunications rooms.
• Support off‑site points‑of‑presence at remote locations and assist with operations, administration, and maintenance of network equipment and related services.

• 0–2 years of directly related experience in operating, installing, and maintaining data center critical equipment and building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, control systems).
• High school diploma or GED and two+ years of experience in electrical systems, refrigeration, and/or HVAC, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of data center electrical and mechanical systems: feeders, transformers, generators, switch gear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, PDU/PMM units, chillers, air‑handling units, CRAC units.
• Good observation skills and problem‑solving ability.

• Lift and carry heavy equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment.
• Stand for long periods in various work environments.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment.
• Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Move efficiently in various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
• Good hand‑eye coordination and dexterity for small components and connectors.
• Clear vision, with or without correction, for tasks requiring precision while wearing safety glasses.
• Differentiate color‑coded warning signs, labels, and cables.
• Work in environments with varying temperatures inside the facility.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including…