Data Center Engineer

Nesco Resource; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the greater Seattle area is seeking a Critical Facility Engineer for part-time, on-site work. You'll ensure efficient operations of data center infrastructure through inspections and reports while supporting compliance and safety standards. With a minimum of 8 hours weekly and a flexible schedule, this role offers a chance to contribute to high-availability environments.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in critical environments like data centers.
• Hands-on with rack-and-stack, structured cabling.
• Basic knowledge of Windows/Linux for monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of critical systems.
• Report anomalies related to power and cooling.
• Maintain documentation for compliance standards.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Physical Security

Environmental Monitoring

Compliance Support

Tools

UPS Systems

HVAC Systems

BMS/DCIM Platforms

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Critical Facility Engineer – Data Center Operations (Part-Time On-Site, Greater Seattle Area)

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and technically capable Critical Facility Engineer to provide recurring, scheduled on-site support in the Greater Seattle area. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of critical data center infrastructure. The engineer will be the on-site presence for inspecting, maintaining, and reporting on facility systems—supporting power, cooling, physical infrastructure, and core equipment.

This is a part-time, on-site position requiring a minimum of 8 hours per week, with potential for up to 24 hours weekly based on operational demand. All site visits are pre-scheduled and focused on maintaining uptime, compliance, and environmental integrity in high-availability data center environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine facility walkthroughs and inspections of critical systems (HVAC, UPS, PDUs, generators, etc.)

• Identify and report anomalies or risk conditions related to power, cooling, physical security, and space utilization

• Act as the local hands/eyes for the remote facilities and IT engineering team

• Execute rack-and-stack, cable management, and equipment deployment aligned with site standards

• Monitor and validate environmental controls and system stability (temperature, humidity, airflow)

• Verify proper labeling, cable routing, hardware mounting, and airflow management

• Assist with incident response and escalation procedures related to physical infrastructure and environmental issues

• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and inventories for power, cooling, and equipment deployments

• Support compliance efforts (ISO, SOC, NIST) through routine checks and documentation updates

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience supporting mission-critical environments (data centers, colocation sites, or NOC environments)

• Hands-on experience with rack and stack, structured cabling, and infrastructure diagnostics

• Familiarity with critical systems such as UPS, HVAC, PDUs, generators, and BMS/DCIM platforms

• Competence with Windows/Linux systems from a monitoring/support standpoint

• Ability to follow MOPs/SOPs, interpret facility diagrams and floor plans

• Strong written/verbal communication and ability to act independently while on-site

• Physically able to lift/move equipment up to 50 lbs

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience with OEM hardware: Dell, Cisco, HPE, Juniper

• Knowledge of DCIM platforms (e.g., Schneider EcoStruxure, Nlyte, Sunbird)

• Certifications: CompTIA Server+, Network+, Electrical or HVAC Technician certs, OSHA 10/30, BICSI

• Familiarity with ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira) and facility management tools

Schedule & Dispatch Details:

• Minimum of 8 hours per week, on a recurring set schedule

• Hours may flex up to 16–24 hours/week depending on demand and site conditions

• All visits are pre-scheduled and coordinated with remote facilities/engineering teams
  

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.