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Data Center Facilities Technician -MSO 1

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Salute US

Red Oak, TX (In Person)

$58,240 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 9 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/16/2026

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Job Description

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. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Data Center Facilities Technician to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

Salute Benefits That Put You First We know life doesnt stop when work begins, thats why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:

Time to
Recharge:
Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
Peace of Mind:
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
Your financial future matters:
Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
Wellness Support:
Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discountsbecause your health matters.
Extra Protection & Perks:
Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for lifes unexpected moments.
Data Center Facilities Technician:
The Data Center Facilities Technician is a facilities-focused role that is responsible for the operational integrity, commissioning, and regulatory compliance of the electrical power, mechanical, monitoring and control systems, and the processes that maximize customer uptime in the most cost-effective way for highly available, concurrently maintainable, fault tolerant mission-critical data center environments. The Data Center Facilities Technician is jointly responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center are operating at peak efficiency and the utmost levels of reliability. This involves both planned preventative maintenance of equipment, daily corrective work, and response to emergency issues. The Data Center Facilities Technician is our front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting. The Data Center Facilities Technician serves as a capable technical resource, reporting to the Site Manager and dotted line / interacting with onsite Data Center Engineer and any third-party vendors. Data center equipment that supports mission critical servers must maintain better than 99.999% uptime. This equipment includes, but is not limited to standby diesel generators, related fuel systems, electrical switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, related thermal management equipment and systems, chemical treatment systems (where applicable), pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems.
Responsibilities:
Place SAFETY at the top of anything and everything that they do without fail. Focus on the tasks and activities given to them and remain consistently focused on SAFETY. Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in facilities systems.

Complete planned and ad-hoc preventive maintenance work assignments requiring the skill and direction of several engineering, mechanical, and maintenance trades. Conduct periodic inspections of building systems, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution, maintain mechanical equipment rooms/enclosures to ensure clean, functional, and safe conditions.

Rapid response, investigation and management of indoor emergency situations and air quality complaints, including humidity. Have a complete working knowledge on creating, closing, and tracking "work requests" (WR). Initiate or respond to work orders, follow-up and verify completion of work. Monitor performance/note deficiencies of service contractors and recommend changes, as necessary. Provide applied electrical, mechanical, integrated control and water chemistry technical expertise for the entire data center.

Directly interface with the client team, contractors, and consultants for all phased data center construction commissioning, including integration and testing of new systems while maintaining critical systems online.

Work with the Site Manager and other stakeholders to track and complete a preventive and predicative maintenance schedule for critical maintenance and system commissioning. Ensure data center operates at maximum operational efficiency, including analyzing existing operating conditions, recommending new technologies, and improving overall efficiency and cost reduction.

Responsible for data center white space and back-of-house electrical loading and capacity, including client installations and systems.

This position may require unusual hours of work approximately once every other week to meet critical maintenance windows and scheduling.

Collaborate with contractors and consultants for daily operations and critical maintenance (UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and chiller maintenance). Provide applied electrical, mechanical, integrated control and technical expertise for the entire data center.

On-call to respond to emergency situations at the data center. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management. The Multi Skilled Operator interacts across all internal departments, including executives and will interact with clients and vendors.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Strong background in operating mechanical and electrical critical systems, design review, layout, installation, including the ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical one lines. Ability to conduct power system capacity, safety, and code compliance assessments. Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting large commercial and industrial electrical systems including:

Medium-voltage switchgear 480/277 Volt and 208/120-volt electrical generation and distribution systems Diesel powered AC generators. Static UPS systems (where applicable) Dynamic Rotary UPS Systems (where applicable) Multi-string flooded cell batteries and monitoring systems o Static switches Power monitoring systems o Data center power distribution and management systems Current knowledge of NFPA Electrical, Fire and Life Safety and building codes, or local equivalent within the location of the data center. Knowledge of
NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA
25 and compliance issuesExpert knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e., lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations). An excellent understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations, including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units. Work directly with customers, internal teams, installation engineers, technical consultants, and other implementation personnel to coordinate customer turn-ups, process flow, to ensure smooth transition from installation to operation.
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year of electrical and mechanical experienceFull use of sight, hearing and voice are required as well as full motor skills.

The ability to lift 50lbs, bend, and stoop, reach overhead and stand for long periods of time.

Directly related experience in the operation, installation, and maintenance of data center critical equipment, building systems with in-depth technical understanding and knowledge of all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and control systems.

Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment, including Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, PDU/PMM units, Chillers, Air handling units and CRAC units. Good observation skills and problem-solving ability.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs. Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipmentAbility to stand for long periods of time in various work environmentsAbility to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasksBasic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quicklyAbility to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies. Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectorsClear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glassesAbility to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cablesAbility to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facilityAbility to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snowCapability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protectionPossession of a valid drivers license for work-related travel, as requiredIf you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!

Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@salute.com for more information.(For specific Recruitment related questions, please contact our Talent Acquisition department at recruiting@salute.com.)Compensation & Benefits DisclosureThe hourly rate for this role is $28.00 per hour. This range reflects a goodfaith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire, based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and market/location. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), gym discount, mental health, Discounted Group Life & AD&D, Discounted Group Short & Long-term Disability, 401(k) retirement matching, PTO/paid holidays, and parental leave. This posted hourly rate is the final rate of pay for the position, based on jobrelated factors consistent with applicable law. Thursday-Sunday 9pm to 7am (overnight)

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