Operating Engineer, Critical Environments
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
What this job involves
- The Operating Engineer assists with critical environment (CE) engineering operations monitoring and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all data center systems. The position will have a strong focus on data center mechanicals, electrical equipment troubleshooting and repairing CE facility equipment, and learning the core functions of an operating engineer.
- - Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of equipment and systems (e.g., cooling systems, electrical systems, generators, fire suppression, UPS systems) to ensure the smooth operation of the data center.
- - Monitor building management systems and respond to alarms and alerts promptly.
- - Assist in diagnosing and resolving operational issues in the data center, including electrical, mechanical, and network-related problems.
- - Collaborate with senior engineers to troubleshoot complex technical issues and implement appropriate solutions.
- - Assist with the installation, configuration, and testing of new equipment.
- - Assist in coordinating equipment upgrades and modifications.
- - Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work performed, materials used, and any changes made.
- - Generate reports on equipment status, incidents, and service requests.
- - Update equipment inventory and documentation as required.
- - Follow all relevant safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- - Adhere to regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and company policies.
- - Report any safety concerns or violations to senior staff.
- - Provide general operational support to the data center team, including maintaining cleanliness and organization, monitoring inventory levels, and assisting with equipment tracking and labeling.
- - Learn and understand the data center site in-order to manage incidents and events that put the critical systems at risk.
- - Work order management, including CMMS, Vendor Management, and Customer Facing Tickets.
- - Perform additional job duties as required.
Desired experience and technical skills
- Requirements:
- - High School diploma or GED equivalent
- - Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
- - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations and codes.
- - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- - Ability to speak effectively before small groups of tenants or fellow employees
- - Working knowledge or the capability of developing proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Access and any other software packages.
- - Must be able to professionally interact with tenants and contractors.
- - Ability to traverse large, campus-like settings.
- - Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
- - Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment.
- - Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights.
- - Ability to Climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit.
- - Must be able to work different schedules.
- - Must be able to work Holidays.
- - Must be able to respond to site emergencies.
Preferred: Experience with electrical systems, HVAC, and/or critical environments.
Shift
Schedule:
3rd shift: 11 PM - 7 AM, Wednesday and Thursday off
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position: 67,000.00 – 80,000.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Salt…
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