Critical Facilities Engineering Manager
About The Position
Salute is seeking a Critical Facilities Engineering Manager to lead on-site technical and operational activities for mission-critical data center infrastructure. The role is based on-site in Afton, Texas, and reports to the Data Center Manager. It provides leadership to the site engineering team and is accountable for safe, compliant, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems. The position oversees daily operations, preventive and corrective maintenance, incident management, vendor coordination, and performance against SLAs, KPIs, and customer expectations. Relocation assistance is available. The role leads the on-site Technical Operations Team, plans and oversees maintenance, coordinates facility operations with internal teams, vendors, and clients, and serves as the High Voltage Authorized Person. It also manages maintenance systems and documentation, supports incident analysis, monitors operational performance, develops reports, and promotes safety, compliance, training, and continuous improvement. The stated salary range is $140,000–$155,000 per year, with a 10% annual bonus. Normal business hours are specified. The company describes benefits including paid holidays and PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) matching, HSA, mental health resources, gym discounts, and discounted group programs and insurance offerings.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in mission-critical mechanical and electrical environments, preferably in data center or telecom infrastructure.
- Proven expertise in data center operations, facility management, and high-availability systems.
- In-depth technical knowledge of UPS, generators, cooling systems, and fire/life-safety infrastructure.
- Formal electrical training, such as City & Guilds, and QQI Level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate (Electrical) or equivalent certification.
- Completion of AP15 training and demonstrated experience as an HV Authorized Person.
- Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical schematics and technical documentation.
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms, maintenance scheduling, and work order management systems.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and urgency.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service, safety, and team leadership.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and safely navigate electrical and mechanical spaces during inspections or maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the on-site Technical Operations Team, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance and operational activities.
- Oversee scheduling, planning, and completion of preventive and reactive maintenance for electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for facility operations and coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and client stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Act as the High Voltage Authorized Person, performing isolations, issuing permits, and ensuring HV work follows operational procedures.
- Provide on-shift technical coverage and escalation support during critical events and planned interventions.
- Assist with coverage planning and resource allocation to maintain 24/7 operational readiness.
- Ensure effective use of the CMMS for work orders, incident documentation, and preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Manage third-party service providers and review RAMS, MOPs, and work permits for safety and quality compliance.
- Review and refine SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs to align with site procedures and customer standards.
- Conduct statutory inspections and compliance testing, and ensure non-conformance findings are resolved promptly.
- Support root cause analysis after incidents and ensure corrective actions are documented and closed.
- Improve maintenance practices and asset reliability using data analysis and lessons learned.
- Monitor site performance metrics, including uptime, incident response, and maintenance compliance, against SLAs and KPIs.
- Report performance variances and KPI fluctuations to internal stakeholders and site leadership in accordance with client SLA documentation.
- Develop and deliver regular operational status reports for internal management and client representatives.
- Partner with the Data Center Manager and Operations leadership to identify efficiency improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Capture and communicate incident lessons learned across teams to prevent recurrence.
- Enforce regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements in line with company and client protocols.
- Lead and participate in site safety programs, audits, and emergency preparedness drills.
- Support and mentor Critical Facilities Engineers I, II, and III through on-the-job training, technical guidance, and job shadowing.
- Promote safety, accountability, and continuous learning within the site operations team.
Benefits
- 8 company-paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
- PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 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 legal services
- Discounted home and auto insurance
- Pet insurance
- ID theft protection
- Discounted group life and AD&D insurance
- Discounted group short- and long-term disability insurance
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
