About the job(Permanent Role) Our client is a leading owner and operator of mission-critical infrastructure supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers. With a strong focus on reliability, operational excellence, and continuous innovation, the organization provides highly secure, high-availability facilities that power essential business applications and digital operations. This is an opportunity to join a team responsible for maintaining complex critical environments where uptime, safety, and technical expertise are paramount. Key Responsibilities Provide guidance and oversight for the operation, maintenance, and performance optimization of critical mechanical systems, including direct experience with Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs). Ensure mechanical systems—including air-cooled chillers, Pumps, VFDs, Cooling Towers, RTUs, AHUs, and fan walls—run efficiently to minimize downtime and maintain SLA ranges. Develop operational best practices, routine inspection checklists, and procedures for cleaning, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of CDUs. Manage, monitor, and optimize cooling strategies and capacity to maintain strict temperature and humidity levels for all data center infrastructure. Act as the primary mechanical subject matter expert to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues, including HVAC malfunctions and cooling failures. Lead and assist with root cause analysis on mechanical failures, implementing plans to correct and mitigate future issues. Develop, execute, and improve comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs using specialized monitoring tools to assess system health. Provide process, policy, and compliance direction to ensure all systems meet safety, regulatory, and environmental standards (such as ASHRAE guidelines, local building codes, and OSHA requirements). Conduct regular audits and safety inspections of mechanical equipment, maintaining detailed records of performance, repairs, and upgrades. Offer high-level technical expertise, system design feedback, and operational guidance to on-site facilities personnel. Essential Requirements 7+ years of experience in the maintenance and operation of critical mechanical systems, with a direct focus on data centers or mission-critical environments. Hands-on experience with Cooling Distribution Unit (CDU) operation, maintenance, calibration, and repair. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical issues in high-availability, high-pressure environments. Strong understanding of energy management, cooling efficiency practices, and CDU optimization. Proven ability to lead mechanical projects, diagnose system-level challenges, and implement long-term technical solutions. Excellent technical documentation skills to maintain detailed records of system performance, inspections, and operational upgrades. Desirable Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (equivalent military, trade school, or extensive hands-on experience in lieu of a degree will be considered). Familiarity with monitoring systems, building automation systems (BAS), predictive maintenance tools, and specialized CDU diagnostic software. Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines, local building codes, and OSHA safety requirements. EPA 608 Universal Certification. Featured benefits Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Disability insurance, Commuter benefits

Pay:

$41.15 - $56.59 per hour

Work Location:

In person