Assistant Critical Facilities Manager

Salute • Odessa, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Critical Facilities Manager (ACFM) serves as deputy to the Critical Facilities Manager and supports daily operations at a hyperscale data center. The role helps maintain operational integrity through hands-on leadership, technical oversight, and compliance with the Salute Mission Critical Data Center Operations Playbook. Responsibilities include supervising technicians, coordinating vendors, executing maintenance, developing and improving procedures, and serving as Incident Manager during after-hours or delegated coverage to support uptime, operational excellence, and safety.

This is an on-site position in Barstow, TX. Candidates who are not local must relocate to or near Barstow; relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with availability for after-hours and weekend emergency response as needed. The facility operates 24 hours, and assigned shifts may vary; certain positions may require nights, weekends, overtime, or alternating shifts.

The base pay range is $65.00–$69.00 per hour. The position includes health, dental, and vision insurance, an HSA, gym discounts, mental health resources, discounted group life and AD&D, discounted short- and long-term disability, 401(k) matching, PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience supporting mission-critical facilities, data centers, power generation systems, industrial operations, or similar critical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical and mechanical infrastructure, including UPS systems, switchgear, generators, ATS/STS, HVAC systems, and BMS/EPMS platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising technical teams.
• Experience creating, validating, implementing, and improving operational procedures in partnership with technical subject matter experts.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, schematics, one-line electrical diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with critical electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical, industrial, or data center environments.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and incident/change management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, and calm crisis management skills.
• Ability to adapt and perform effectively in a fluid environment with changing priorities, evolving operational requirements, and complex technical challenges.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; climb ladders and stairs; stand for extended periods; and bend, stoop, kneel, and reach while performing equipment-related tasks.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and move efficiently around facility areas.
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors.
• Clear vision, with or without correction, and ability to distinguish color-coded warning signs, labels, wiring, and cabling while using appropriate PPE.
• Ability to work in varying indoor temperatures, outdoors in different weather conditions including extreme temperatures, rain, and snow, and in elevated-noise environments while using hearing protection.
• Valid driver's license for work-related travel as required.
• Ability to work on-site in Barstow, TX; candidates who are not local must relocate to or near Barstow.
• Availability for after-hours and weekend emergency response as needed.

Nice To Haves

• 2–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, start-up, or first-generation (greenfield) facility environments.
• Bachelor's or associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a closely related technical field.
• Military, trade, commissioning, or operations background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily data hall operations, including rounds, logs, alarm management, and turnover quality.
• Execute and validate preventive and corrective maintenance, break-fix work, and lifecycle tasks for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Enforce the Salute Playbook, MOP/EOP execution requirements, and change management protocols.
• Conduct pre-task briefs, verify LOTO procedures, and ensure safe work practices.
• Maintain CMMS documentation, spare-parts tracking, and maintenance records.
• Develop, review, validate, and improve operating procedures, SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Support site builds, facility expansions, equipment installations, commissioning, and operational readiness for new infrastructure.
• Review and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, schematics, construction drawings, and technical documentation.
• Conduct technical research, root-cause analysis, and failure investigations, and implement corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot critical electrical and mechanical systems hands-on.
• Supervise and mentor Critical Facility Technicians Levels I and II; coordinate shift assignments, cross-training, and workforce readiness with the CFM.
• Support onboarding, technical development, training, performance feedback, and development plans.
• Serve as delegated Incident Manager during events, leading triage, communications, and recovery.
• Execute approved MOPs and EOPs under change control and provide appropriate notifications.
• Monitor and report key performance metrics, including preventive maintenance compliance, downtime, risk register, and vendor performance.
• Support post-event reviews, root-cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Coordinate vendor activities, including SOW validation, JHAs, escorting, and close-out documentation.
• Support EH&S compliance, applicable NFPA/NEMA codes, client specifications, and audit readiness; manage critical spares inventory.
• Coordinate contractors, commissioning teams, and third-party service providers while maintaining operational and safety standards.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedules and act as the CFM during absences or assigned duty coverage.
• Maintain communication with Property Management, the Site Director, and client stakeholders.
• Support emergency response and provide leadership during operational incidents and critical facility events.

Benefits

• Eight company-paid holidays, two floating holidays, and PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; enrollment is available starting on Day 1, with coverage beginning the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program available to all employees, including those who do not participate in the benefits package.
• Employer-supported 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting, a 3% employer match, and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Mental health resources.
• Gym discounts.
• Discounted group legal services, home and auto insurance, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Discounted group life and AD&D insurance.
• Discounted group short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed