Critical Operations Engineer II (Swing)

IDR, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IDR, Inc. is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer II to join our Denver, CO team.

You will maintain and optimize electrical and mechanical systems in a data center environment, focusing on reliability, safety, and rapid issue resolution. You will work across operations, engineering, and customer teams to ensure seamless operations, troubleshoot complex power and cooling challenges, and support fire protection, BMS, PLC controls, and telecoms infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate across teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-availability environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support electrical and mechanical systems in a critical data center.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and customer teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with power, cooling, and fire safety systems.
• Support fire protection systems, BMS, PLC controls, and telecoms infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and life safety requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety oriented

High availability

Work ethic

Job description

IDR is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer IIto join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Denver, CO. This role is within the data center industry, focusing on electrical and mechanical infrastructure to ensure operational excellence. The position offers a dynamic environment with a focus on troubleshooting, safety, and collaborative teamwork.

Position Overview for the Critical Operations Engineer II:

• Responsible for maintaining and supporting electrical and mechanical systems in a critical data center environment.


• Collaborate across operations, engineering, and customer teams to ensure seamless operations.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to power, cooling, and fire safety systems.


• Support fire protection systems, BMS, PLC controls, and telecommunications infrastructure.


• Ensure compliance with safety standards such as NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and fire life safety requirements.

Requirements for the Critical Operations Engineer II:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply technical knowledge effectively


• Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable with a strong work ethic


• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across operations, engineering, and customer teams


• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-availability environment