Critical Operations Engineer II; Night; SV

Description

About Coresite:
At Core Site, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever‑evolving technological landscape.

Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At Core Site, we’re not just building state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure—we’re creating a community of forward‑thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

At Core Site not only are we committed to excellence, but we also build connections, own it, do the right thing, have fun, and win as a team. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success.

As a member of the Data Center Operations team, the Critical Operations Engineer II (COE II) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical data center electrical, mechanical, cooling, and fire/life safety systems to ensure the highest levels of reliability and uptime. The COE II applies advanced knowledge of critical facility systems, including understanding system interdependencies and the operational impact changes to one system may have on others.

COE II supports customer infrastructure projects and collaborates with technicians, vendors, and customers to drive operational excellence, resolve issues efficiently, and continuously improve processes and performance.

In addition, the COE II provides technical guidance, mentorship, and on‑the‑job training to team members while promoting adherence to established operational procedures, safety standards, and best practices. The position also performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

We are currently hiring for the Mid Shift 11:00pm - 7:30am Monday‑Friday

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot mission‑critical electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems to ensure uptime and reliability
• Perform facility inspections, respond to abnormal conditions, and document findings
• Track, trend, and analyze system performance; utilize CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance

• Support electrical distribution from utility and generator switch gear through UPS and customer load
• Maintain and coordinate work on generators, switch gear, UPS, STS, ATS, PDUs, transformers, and power circuits

• 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
• Lead administrative activities across CMMS, ticketing, monitoring, and other operational platforms; maintain accurate documentation, provide timely updates, and coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers
• Provide technical guidance and operational leadership to less experienced team members during routine operations, maintenance activities, and incident response
• 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…