Critical Environments Operating Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a Critical Environments Operating Engineer to support the operation and maintenance of a 24/7 mission-critical facility. This position is responsible for maintaining critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, identifying and responding to equipment issues, and helping ensure continuous facility uptime.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a data center or other critical environment and a strong electrical, mechanical, or HVAC background. Electrical experience is particularly valuable.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain critical building systems and infrastructure
• Perform routine facility rounds and equipment inspections
• Monitor electrical and mechanical systems for alarms, abnormalities, and potential failures
• Support UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution equipment, transformers, HVAC/cooling systems, CRAC/CRAH units, pumps, controls, and related infrastructure
• Monitor and respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms
• Create, update, and complete work orders using a CMMS
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and take appropriate corrective or escalation actions
• Follow established emergency and incident escalation procedures
• Perform work in accordance with lockout/tagout (LOTO), hazardous energy control, and electrical safety procedures
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed
• Document equipment readings, maintenance activities, incidents, and repairs
• Maintain a clean and safe critical facility environment

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a data center, critical facility, or similar mission-critical environment
• Hands-on electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or facilities maintenance background
• Working knowledge of critical facility infrastructure and building systems
• Experience with BMS and/or CMMS platforms
• Ability to identify equipment alarms, warning signs, and abnormal operating conditions
• Understanding of LOTO and general electrical/mechanical safety procedures
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and work independently when necessary
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working in a 24/7/365 operating environment
• Schedule flexibility, including potential day, swing, night, weekend, and holiday coverage
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights, and perform the physical requirements of a facilities position

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong electrical or electrician background
• Experience with UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, and power distribution
• Data center operations experience
• Building automation or industrial controls experience
• EPA 608 certification
• NFPA 70E training
• Experience with computerized maintenance/work-order management systems

Schedule

This is a 24/7/365 facility. Initial schedules may be aligned during site training and startup, with long-term day, swing, or night shift assignments determined based on operational needs and team coverage.

Employment Details

Contract position with the potential to convert to a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs.