Datacenter and Colo Facilities Engineer- Portland

Digital Fortress Data Centers and Colocation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data center services is seeking a Datacenter and Colo Facilities Engineer in Portland. This vital role involves maintaining critical systems and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should have substantial experience in facility operations, with strong problem-solving skills and technical acumen in electrical and mechanical domains. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in critical facilities operations.
• Familiarity with UPS, HVAC systems, electrical distribution.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain UPS, generators, and CRAC units.
• Perform inspections to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
• Support data center build-outs and infrastructure upgrades.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical principles

Mechanical principles

Communication

Documentation

Education

Trade certification or technical degree in mechanical, electrical, or facilities engineering

Tools

CMMS

BMS

DCIM

Job description

Datacenter and Colo Facilities Engineer- Portland

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Job Title: Datacenter & Colo: Facilities Engineer-Datacenter

Location: – On-site (511 SW 10th Ave., Suite 300 Portland, OR)

Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt

Compensation: $70,000-$100,000 per hour

Company Overview

We are a growing data center and colocation provider dedicated to delivering secure, reliable, and energy-efficient infrastructure services to our clients. With a strong commitment to uptime and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on our agile environment and close-knit team.

As a Critical Facilities Engineer, you will be an integral part of the operations team, responsible for maintaining the performance, safety, and reliability of all mission-critical infrastructure within our data center.

Job Summary

The Critical Facilities Engineer is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and monitoring of all critical facility systems. This includes electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire/life safety systems. The role requires a strong hands-on approach with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to infrastructure issues, perform routine maintenance, and support installations and capacity planning.

Key Responsibilities

· Operate and maintain all mission-critical systems including UPS, generators, CRAC units, PDUs, ATS/STS, and switchgear.

· Perform regular inspections, monitoring, and reporting on facility systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with company standards.

· Participate in scheduled maintenance, testing, and repairs of electrical and mechanical systems.

· Assist with root cause analysis and troubleshooting of system failures or alarms.

· Support data center build-outs, infrastructure upgrades, and new customer installations.

· Maintain documentation, such as MOPs (Methods of Procedure), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and incident reports.

· Monitor building management systems (BMS/DCIM) and respond to alerts in real time.

· Coordinate with vendors and contractors for service and maintenance activities.

· Ensure compliance with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and company policies.

· Participate in on-call rotations and be available for emergency response during off-hours.

Required Qualifications:

· 4–6 years of experience in critical facilities operations, data centers, or similar mission-critical environments

· Familiarity with key systems: UPS, HVAC/CRAC, generators, fire suppression, electrical distribution, etc.

· Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical principles

· Experience with CMMS, BMS, and/or DCIM tools

· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and procedures

· Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills

· Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in physically demanding environments

Preferred Qualifications:

· Trade certification or technical degree in mechanical, electrical, or facilities engineering

· EPA Universal Certification, Electrical License, or similar credential

· Experience with Tier I-III data center environments

· Knowledge of applicable standards: NFPA, NEC, ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, etc.

Working Conditions

· On-site role with rotating shift coverage and occasional overtime

· May include working evenings, weekends, and holidays during maintenance windows or emergencies

· Work in indoor, high-security, and temperature-controlled environments

What We Offer

· Competitive salary

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid time off and holidays

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• 511 SW 10th Ave., Suite 300 , Portland, OR 97205 (Required)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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