Data Center Operations Engineer II: Uptime Champion

CoreSite; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

PTO & holidays

Free parking

Job summary

CoreSite in Secaucus, NJ is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer II to operate and maintain critical data center electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems, ensuring uptime and reliability. You will monitor, troubleshoot, document, and support ongoing customer infrastructure projects while mentoring junior team members.

This role requires hands-on experience with generators, switchgear, UPS, BMS, and chilled water systems; strong teamwork, safety discipline, and the ability to adapt in a

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in data center environments.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Team-oriented with cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal form.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical infrastructure in data centers.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Perform facility inspections, respond to abnormal conditions, and document findings.
• Track and analyze system performance; use CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members during operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Data center know-how

Problem solving

Technical guidance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CMMS

BMS/PLC controls

Fiber optics

Job description

CoreSite in Secaucus, NJ is seeking a Critical Operations Engineer II to operate and maintain critical data center electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems, ensuring uptime and reliability. You will monitor, troubleshoot, document, and support ongoing customer infrastructure projects while mentoring junior team members.

This role requires hands-on experience with generators, switchgear, UPS, BMS, and chilled water systems; strong teamwork, safety discipline, and the ability to adapt in a