Critical Facilities & Data Center Maintenance

MWResource, Inc. • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Oversight of maintenance operations and infrastructure performance across multiple critical sites, including large-scale data centers. This role ensures optimal functionality, compliance, and reliability of electrical, mechanical, and physical infrastructure for data centers. The ideal candidate is a licensed Master Electrician with proven leadership experience and technical knowledge in managing mission-critical facilities.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams
• Crisis management and rapid decision-making capabilities under pressure
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in facilities maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
• Valid Master Electrician license (State of Texas)
• Extensive hands-on experience in large-scale data center or mission-critical environments
• Deep knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including power redundancy, load balancing, and failure modes
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Familiarity with environmental control systems (HVAC/BAS), fire life safety systems, and building automation technologies
• Experience with building management systems (BMS), dcTrack or similar infrastructure monitoring tools
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field
• Valid Texas Driver's License (Required)
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Project management certification (e.g., PMP) or trade certifications (e.g., NICET, LEED)

Responsibilities

• Oversee the electrical infrastructure of the organization’s buildings and data centers, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and national codes.
• Lead and supervise the team in day-to-day building and data center operations, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and general facility upkeep.
• Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for high-voltage systems, emergency power systems (UPS, generators), and switchgear operations.
• Manage and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance programs across all facilities, with a focus on uptime and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT, security, and operations teams to support the unique needs of critical data center environments.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including SOPs, MOPs, and safety procedures related to facility maintenance and electrical systems.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and internal policies, including NFPA, OSHA, NEC, and local building codes.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to applicable CIP standards.
• Participate in capital project planning, vendor management, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Respond to and lead the resolution of emergency maintenance situations and after-hours incidents.
• Track and report performance metrics, maintenance logs, and infrastructure reliability indicators.
• Maintains and reviews vendor designs, blueprints, plans and proposals to ensure compliance with agreed upon specifications.
• Manage the budget for maintaining, upgrading, or replacing buildings and infrastructure across multiple sites.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff members in other departments.

Benefits

• MWResource does not discriminate based on race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or anything else that makes you part of any group.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees