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Critical Environment Program Manager

United States, Arizona, Phoenix💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-17 → 2026-07-31

Core

Oversee daily operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment within data centers, ensuring peak efficiency and compliance.

Role type

Senior IC Critical Environment Program Manager

Builds

Data center infrastructure (UPS, Generators, AHUs, physical IT infrastructures)

Domain

Data Center Operations / Physical Infrastructure

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

Preventative and corrective maintenance planning, CMMS utilization, technician task assignment and inspection, fire/life safety system management, single point of failure identification, audit coordination, vulnerability remediation, project leadership, cost and energy efficiency initiatives, change management, mentorship

Preferred skills

Design parameter input, technology recommendation, construction method improvement, peer learning facilitation

Technologies

CMMS, UPS, Generators, AHU, Servers, SANs, Networking, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment; Manage preventative and corrective maintenance for electrical and/or mechanical systems; Assign tasks to technicians, track progress, and inspect completed work; Ensure electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems operate at peak efficiency; Serve as the escalation point for facilities-related issues; Lead small-to-medium projects from conception through completion; Ensure routine reporting on critical infrastructure KPIs; Identify and address single points of failure; Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise CE audits and compliance verifications; Lead efforts to identify and remediate vulnerabilities; Recommend improvements to data center equipment design, technologies, and construction methods; Mentor others across teams

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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## About the role Build collaborative working relationships with customers to support effective communication and service delivery. Oversee daily operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment within the data center. Manage, plan, organize, and control both preventative and corrective maintenance for electrical and/or mechanical systems. Utilize CMMS to monitor equipment performance, prevent failures, and ensure timely execution of work orders. Assign tasks to technicians, track progress, and inspect completed work to meet quality standards. Ensure electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems operate at peak efficiency. Maintain compliance with infrastructure operations standards and procedures. Serve as the escalation point for facilities-related issues within the data center. Collaborate with the Data Operations Manager as needed, assist technicians during emergencies, support training efforts, and provide input on design parameters. Lead small-to-medium projects from conception through completion. Ensure routine reporting on critical infrastructure, including operational and maintenance KPIs, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards. Drive initiatives focused on cost and energy efficiency. Identify and address single points of failure across regional data center locations. Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise CE audits and compliance verifications. Lead efforts to identify and remediate vulnerabilities. Recommend improvements to data center equipment design, technologies, and construction methods. Share effective practices, support peer learning, and mentor others across teams. Promote a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of data center operations. Understand and manage the impact of change on individuals and teams. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success. Remove barriers to agility, enabling the team to shift priorities quickly without compromising productivity. Embody our culture and values. ## Requirements High School Qualification or equivalent AND 2+ years' experience supporting IT equipment or related technology or delivering server and network deployment projects in large-scale environments OR equivalent experience. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Bachelor's or Technical College Degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field AND 8+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR High School Qualification or equivalent AND 10+ years experience in critical environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU), or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling) OR equivalent experience. 2+ years' experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).
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