Data Center Electrician & Facilities Engineer

Newmark Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmark Group is seeking a Data Center Building Engineer to manage day-to-day operation and maintenance of data center facilities and equipment, ensuring high reliability and safety. The role requires knowledge of base building and critical environment infrastructure, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems.

The candidate should have strong technical and communication skills with experience in monitoring systems and coordinating with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 5 years previous critical data center operations engineering experience.
• CFC Certification – Certification for handling refrigerants is a plus.
• Proficient computer and email skills.
• Proficient with Building Automation Systems.
• Must have the ability to complete required safety classes that pertain to specific job duties.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance and work order software systems.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and be able to immediately recognize system faults and respond to operational and emergency situations.
• Adhere to SOP, MOP and EOP for critical environments and change control processes.
• Maintain compliance with Federal, State and local codes and standards.
• Operate machinery to specifications and perform preventive maintenance on all base building and critical system equipment.
• Perform tests, rounds and data analyses to ensure proper equipment functioning.
• Monitor operation and adjust systems (CHW, heat exchangers, CRACs, HVAC, electrical, backups) with documented readings.
• Analyze system operation, determine causes of problems and take corrective action.
• Prepare maintenance logs and reports; use work order software systems.
• Coordinate contractor work orders and log all activities.
• Ensure safety of building tenants and continuous facility operation.
• Maintain organized building files.
• Possibly be on-call after hours; may perform other duties.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient computer and email skills

Proficient with Building Automation

Safety training readiness

Preventive maintenance familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CFC Certified

Job description

Newmark Group is seeking a Data Center Building Engineer to manage day-to-day operation and maintenance of data center facilities and equipment, ensuring high reliability and safety. The role requires knowledge of base building and critical environment infrastructure, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems.

The candidate should have strong technical and communication skills with experience in monitoring systems and coordinating with