Data Center Critical Facilities Lead

Applied Digital; Harwood Township (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Digital is seeking a skilled Critical Facilities Manager to oversee the reliability and performance of the company’s datacenter infrastructure. You will supervise maintenance, respond to alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires experience with MEP systems, safety procedures, and CMMS usage, with a focus on continuous improvement and documentation discipline across shifts.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in managing data center infrastructure or 5+ years in managing critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of medium voltage systems and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of Commercial HVAC equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and complex schematics.
• Comfort with CMMS and standard office software (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance of mechanical, electrical, life-safety, and building systems (MEP).
• Perform site inspections and respond to datacenter alarms.
• Lead vendors in maintenance activities.
• Review and approve all systems MOPs and scripts.
• Supervise critical maintenance tasks and budgets.
• Recommend CAPEX projects for efficiency and improvements.
• Weekends as needed for maintenance schedules or emergencies.

Skills

Data center ops

Facilities management

Electrical systems

HVAC knowledge

CMMS software

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Documentation skills

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Applied Digital is seeking a skilled Critical Facilities Manager to oversee the reliability and performance of the company’s datacenter infrastructure. You will supervise maintenance, respond to alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires experience with MEP systems, safety procedures, and CMMS usage, with a focus on continuous improvement and documentation discipline across shifts.