Critical Facilities Manager - Data Center
WescoPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Full-time
Salary
$90k–$135k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Wesco
Salary
$90k–$135k/ annually
Free account to apply · application completed on Wesco
As the Critical Facilities Manager - Data Center, you will be responsible for
leading the daily operations and maintenance of mission-critical infrastructure
within a 24x7 data center environment. You will oversee a team of technical
staff and vendors, ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all
building systems, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and life safety.
You will drive preventative and emergency maintenance programs, enforce
operational standards, and support strategic planning to maintain uptime and
optimize performance. Additionally, you will be responsible for vendor
management, change control implementation, and adherence to safety and
compliance protocols.
Responsibilities:
* Provide on-site field coordination, supervision, and project management
support for the operation of a data center.
* Manage mission critical equipment and systems used to operate and maintain a
data center, including life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power systems.
* Manage preventative and emergency maintenance schedules, procedures,
inspections, and maintenance activities for building systems and critical
equipment.
* Oversee maintenance providers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure proper
installation of equipment and delivery of maintenance services.
* Troubleshoot emergencies, equipment problems, and technical issues, and
organize and oversee resolutions to maintain uptime and operational
reliability.
* Report discrepancies and operational trends to the operations team and
clients, and provide technical support related to redundancy, reliability,
maintainability, and cost-saving opportunities.
* Manage facility CapEx and OpEx budgets, including forecasting, financial
planning, vendor expenditures, maintenance costs, and infrastructure
improvement projects to support reliable facility operations.
* Assist in updates and development of standard practices, Change Control
Programs, Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and
Emergency Recovery Procedure (ERP) documentation consistent with data center
operations.
* Administer onsite Critical Facility Work Rules, vendor onboarding and
familiarization, safety inspections, administrative policies and procedures,
and Scope of Work standards.
* Manage spare parts inventory needs, reporting development, and Life Cycle
Replacement Strategy planning for critical systems.
* Provide on-call support (24x7) as required.
Qualifications:
* High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelors Degree preferred
* Technical Degree in Mechanical, HVAC or Electrical Field, military critical
equipment training or other related field preferred
* 5+ years of experience as a Critical Facilities Manager or other relevant
experience
* Technically proficient in planning and scheduling and exhibit excellent
organizational skills
* Strong communication skills, the ability to lead coordination meetings, and
actively facilitate progress in order to achieve scheduled goals
* Knowledge of construction planning, mechanical or electrical systems
necessary, building controls, fire systems, and security systems preferred
* Knowledge of building automation systems preferred
* Electrical/HVAC certification preferred
* Ability to work cooperatively with internal administration groups, and
effectively negotiate with customers and contractors to reach mutually
acceptable terms and conditions preferred
* Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project. Knowledge of AutoCAD is a
plus
Working Environment: Data Center – The data center work environment is a highly
secure, physically demanding, and structured operation, characterized by its
loud, controlled temperature conditions and 24/7/365 uptime. The environment
demands a high attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills to manage
and troubleshoot critical equipment during regular operation and in emergency
situations. Lifting up to 50 lbs, regular bending, stooping, climbing and long
periods of walking / standing will be required.
Physical Expectations:
* Work may require excessive bending or stooping.
* Employee required to walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day.
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This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however,
offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant
education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective
bargaining agreements.
For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or
sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan
documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure
that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the
applicable commission plan.
In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may
include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement
savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here
[https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits].
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of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain
solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.
Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a
workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.
We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce
of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person
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active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member
has the opportunity to thrive.
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