Critical Power Systems Specialist, NA

Vantage Data Centers•New Albany, OH

3d•$70 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

Vantage is hiring a Critical Power Systems Specialist for its Site Operations Department, based on-site in New Albany, Ohio. The department is responsible for the health and performance of data center mechanical and electrical systems, building maintenance, and data modules. Site Operations staff work onsite 24/7, perform preventative and corrective maintenance using a Critical Maintenance Management System, and work directly with customers and facility infrastructure. The Critical Support Specialist is a subject matter expert in a specialized area of data center electrical or mechanical systems. This role works with electrical- and mechanical-focused engineers to maintain and repair data center infrastructure, protect uptime, and deliver reliable customer service. The posting includes specialization duties for low-voltage electrical, medium-voltage electrical, UPS systems, generators, and HVAC systems; the role overview specifically describes a candidate with electrical expertise. The specialist performs detailed maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational work; independently manages complex maintenance projects and enhancements; responds to safety incidents and emergencies; adapts work to shifting priorities; and collaborates with internal teams, vendors, and technical partners. The position requires 15%–20% domestic and international travel as business needs require, and the employee must be eligible to obtain and maintain a passport. Compensation is listed as $70.00–$72.00 per hour, plus bonus and applicable shift differential; the stated range is based on Colorado market data and may vary by location.

Requirements

At least 8 years of direct hands-on experience in maintenance and repair in mission-critical environments, specializing in the relevant area; 10 or more years is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of maintenance practices and operational standards relevant to the specialization: low voltage, medium voltage, UPS, generators, or HVAC.
Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and operational manuals.
Strong technical writing skills and experience creating and updating method of procedures (MOPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and emergency operating procedures (EOPs).
Completion of formal specialized training, such as UPS systems, generator maintenance, or chiller systems.
Current professional licensure or certification relevant to the technical specialization.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid passport for international business travel.
Successful completion of a background check.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of direct hands-on experience in maintenance and repair within mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed, specialized maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational tasks in the assigned area of expertise to ensure uninterrupted data center operations.
Independently manage complex maintenance projects and system enhancements with minimal supervision.
Respond to safety incidents and emergency situations while maintaining a secure work environment.
Adapt workflows using discretion and judgment as priorities change.
Collaborate with internal teams at multiple organizational levels and with external vendors and technical partners.
Perform specialization-specific operations, maintenance, inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance for electrical, UPS, generator, or HVAC infrastructure.
Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting leadership, training, and mentoring to junior team members, as applicable to the specialization.
Document technical findings and procedures, and collaborate on system enhancements and updates.
Travel domestically and internationally 15%–20% as business needs require.