Data Center Critical Operations Lead

QTS Realty Trust; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life andDis能力

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Wellness program

Job summary

QTS Data Centers in the United States is seeking a Manager, Critical Operations to lead facility technical strategy, continuous improvement, and development support for 24/7 data center operations.

The role oversees mechanical and electrical infrastructure, safety standards, and data center remote hands/cost control, guiding teams in preventative and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime.

Qualifications

• Five or more years workplace or professional equivalent experience.
• Five or more years people leadership experience.
• Seven or more years data center environment or professional equivalent experience.
• Bachelor or Master degree in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Military Schooling, or professional equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility policies and organizational structure.
• Develop efficient maintenance operations with in‑house staff and vendors.
• Plan emergency response, incident reporting, and long‑term business plans.
• Oversee site cleanliness, capital budgeting, and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with Development, Sales, Implementation, and Solutions Engineers to deploy customer environments.

Skills

People leadership

Facilities operations

Maintenance coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Military Schooling, or equivalent

Job description

QTS Data Centers in the United States is seeking a Manager, Critical Operations to lead facility technical strategy, continuous improvement, and development support for 24/7 data center operations.

The role oversees mechanical and electrical infrastructure, safety standards, and data center remote hands/cost control, guiding teams in preventative and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime.