Data Center Critical Facilities Lead

Applied Digital; Ellendale (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Digital seeks a skilled Critical Facilities Manager to ensure reliability of the datacenter infrastructure. You will oversee maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems, supervise vendors, and manage budgets for Capex and Opex to improve site efficiency.

The role may require weekend work for maintenance and emergencies, with regular Monday–Friday duties. Strong CMMS and CAD reading skills are essential in a fast-paced AI-focused data center environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience managing data center critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of medium voltage systems and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of Commercial HVAC equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and complex schematics.
• CMMS and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, life safety, and general building (MEP infrastructure).
• Perform site inspections and monitor datacenter alarms.
• Lead vendors in maintenance activities and review all systems MOPs and scripts.
• Supervise all critical maintenance activities and budget for Capex and Opex.
• Recommend Capex projects for site efficiency and improvements; weekend work when needed.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

MV electrical safety

Blueprint reading

CMMS proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

AutoCAD/blueprints viewer

Job description

Applied Digital seeks a skilled Critical Facilities Manager to ensure reliability of the datacenter infrastructure. You will oversee maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems, supervise vendors, and manage budgets for Capex and Opex to improve site efficiency.

The role may require weekend work for maintenance and emergencies, with regular Monday–Friday duties. Strong CMMS and CAD reading skills are essential in a fast-paced AI-focused data center environment.