Data Center Critical Operations Engineer II — Uptime & Leadership

CoreSite; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

401(k) with company match

Job summary

CoreSite is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer II to join our Data Center Operations team in Reston, VA. The role focuses on operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems to maximize uptime and reliability.

You will collaborate with technicians, vendors, and customers, provide guidance, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to safety and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in the data center industry.
• Proven hands-on experience with large commercial or industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong fit for candidates with military with HVAC or Electrical training.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems to ensure uptime.
• Perform facility inspections, respond to abnormal conditions, and document findings.
• Track, trend, and analyze system performance; utilize CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

DC electrical/mechanical infra

Inter-system dependencies

NFPA/OSHA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CMMS

BMS/PLC controls

Monitoring systems

Fiber/Copper cabling

Job description

CoreSite is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer II to join our Data Center Operations team in Reston, VA. The role focuses on operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems to maximize uptime and reliability.

You will collaborate with technicians, vendors, and customers, provide guidance, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to safety and operational procedures.