Critical Facilities Maintenance Engineer; CFM

Critical Facilities Maintenance Engineer (CFM)

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$25.00/hr - $35.00/hr

5C-Memphis, Tennessee United States(On Site)

5C is in search of exceptional talent to fuel the expansion of our cutting-edge data center infrastructure in Memphis, Tennessee! As a trailblazing and agile organization, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding, sustainable, and reliable solutions that help our clients reach their goals of scaling high performance and high-density workloads. Our team will have exposure to the most advanced cooling and electrical systems currently on the market.

At 5C we champion safety and security while creating an inspiring work environment where you can drive impactful, positive change. As a foundational member of our Critical Facilities Maintenance team, you’ll be at the forefront of making pivotal decisions that will shape the future of our business. Come join us and play a key role in revolutionizing the world of hyperscale data centers!

About the Role of CFM Engineer:

The CFM Engineer role is at the heart of our site operations team, driving the seamless performance of all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems supporting over 20MW of critical IT capacity around the clock. Your responsibilities will include planning and executing preventative maintenance, handling repairs, and responding swiftly to emergencies, all while working under the guidance of the CFM Chief Engineer and Facility Manager.

You will also be the go‑to expert for addressing general facility management tasks from building inspections to maintaining a pristine work environment.

Moreover, you’ll have the opportunity to lead small‑to‑medium scale projects from start to finish — collaborating with external teams such as engineering, controls, logistics, and construction to bring these projects to life. Your role will include procuring quotes, drafting procedures, and ensuring all work is executed with the highest standards of safety, security, and integrity for our customers. As the primary liaison with vendors and service providers, you’ll guarantee adherence to safety and environmental protocols, while ensuring 5C receives exceptional service.

About the Critical Facilities Maintenance (CFM) Team:

Critical Facilities Maintenance (CFM) is comprised of the onsite team members that maintain the power delivery, cooling and general building infrastructure on behalf of our customers ensuring that their services are available without interruption on a continuous (24/7) basis. As a member of the CFM team, you will have the opportunity to lead and manage the maintenance and repair of equipment including Electrical Switchgear, Uninterruptable Power Supplies, Transformers, Batteries, Generators, Chillers, Air Handlers, Fire/Life Safety Equipment and more!

Additionally, CFM will also support 5C’s growth through support of new installations and capital projects. The CFM team will work alongside diverse team members including controls engineers, project managers, business development, logistics, construction, and security personnel to accomplish 5C’s ambitious growth strategy.

About 5C:

5C is an industry‑leading data center and cloud services provider serving hyperscalers, cloud providers, and enterprise customers. Built on a foundation of exceptional talent and backed by strong investors, the company specializes in fast deployment of state‑of‑the‑art data centers. With a focus on sustainable and energy‑efficient solutions, 5C is committed to innovation and customization, meeting the unique needs of each client.

• Independently operate and monitor critical electrical and mechanical systems, including:
• UPS systems, battery plants, PDU/RPP, switch gear
• Generators, ATS/STS equipment
• CRAH/CRAC units, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, valves
• BMS, EPMS, SCADA, leak detection, and fire‑life‑safety systems
• Perform advanced troubleshooting…