Director of Data Center Operations

IDR, Inc.; Abernathy (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Employee stock ownership program

Medical, vision and dental coverage

Job summary

IDR, Inc. is seeking a Director of Data Center Operations in the Lubbock, TX area to lead the strategic and operational management of a mission-critical data center campus.

The role emphasizes uptime, reliability, vendor management, safety, and continuous improvement across multiple facilities, with a focus on expansion and operational excellence. Candidates should bring 10+ years in mission-critical facilities or data centers and proven senior leadership in 24x7 environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mission-critical, facilities, or data center experience.
• Senior operations/facilities leadership experience.
• Experience managing multiple buildings, a campus, or cluster of facilities.
• Strong understanding of critical facilities and MEP infrastructure.
• Experience in a 24x7 mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day and strategic operations of a mission-critical data center campus.
• Oversee performance, reliability, and operational strategy across facilities.
• Manage vendors, customer expectations, and ensure uptime, safety, and standards.
• Develop management teams and foster accountability, safety and continuous improvement.
• Lead initiatives for expansion, project support, and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Data center ops

Facilities management

MEP infrastructure

24x7 operations

Job description

IDR is seeking a Director of Data Center Operations to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in the Lubbock, TX area. This role involves leading the strategic and operational management of a mission-critical data center campus, ensuring high availability and reliability of infrastructure. The company operates within the technology and data services industry, focusing on delivering mission-critical solutions and supporting large-scale data center operations.

Position Overview for the Director of Data Center Operations:

• Lead the day-to-day and strategic operations of a growing, mission-critical data center campus.
• Oversee performance, reliability, and operational strategy across multiple facilities.
• Manage vendors, customer expectations, and ensure strict compliance with uptime, safety, and operational standards.
• Develop management teams and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Lead initiatives for expansion, project support, and operational excellence.

Requirements for the Director of Data Center Operations:

• 10+ years of relevant mission-critical, facilities, or data center experience.
• Proven leadership experience in a senior operations/facilities leadership role.
• Experience managing multiple buildings, a campus, or cluster of facilities.
• Strong understanding of critical facilities and MEP infrastructure.
• Experience in a 24x7 mission-critical environment.

What's in it for you?

• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program.
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.