Generator Specialist, Subject Matter Expert

Meta; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Meta is seeking a Generator Specialist, Subject Matter Expert to supervise and optimize emergency and backup generator systems within our Data Center Facility Operations team. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel generators and related fuel systems, ensuring reliability and compliance in high-demand environments.

The role requires deep knowledge of power generation, electrical distribution, and mechanical systems, with leadership in vendor coordination, troubleshooting, and staff

Qualifications

• 7+ years in generator maintenance or diesel mechanics.
• Bachelor’s degree or trade certification plus 3+ years relevant experience considered in lieu of 7+ years.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical/consultative resource for generators and supporting equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain generators and fuel systems.
• Assist with regulatory compliance and reporting related to air quality and emissions.
• Create processes and procedures for generators and related equipment.
• Analyze data, develop metrics, and identify trends related to generator reliability.
• Lead root cause analysis activities on-site in area of expertise.
• Provide training to critical facility engineers on generators and equipment.
• Manage generator vendor relationships, scheduling, and work scope.

Skills

Generator maintenance

Diesel mechanic

Power generation

Electrical distribution

Blueprints & CAD

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or trade certification

Tools

CAD drawings

Maintenance software

Documentation tools

Job description

Meta is seeking a Generator Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our software operates to meet the demands of our customers. The Generator SME will be a part of the facility operations team and will be responsible for being the emergency and back-up generator system operations and maintenance expert. Support data center daily operations and global quality/standardization initiatives and will have a working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.

Generator Specialist, Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities:

• Serve as technical/consultative resource for generators and supporting equipment with an emphasis on practical/field application
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain generators and all associated fuel and support systems
• Assist with regulatory compliance and reporting related to air quality and emissions
• Assist in creating processes and procedures for generators and related equipment
• Analyze data, develop metrics, and identify trends related to generator reliability. Contribute to generator maintenance and repair strategy
• On-site lead for root cause analysis activities in area of expertise
• Provide training to critical facility engineers on generators and supporting equipment
• Manage generator vendor relationships, scheduling, and work scope
• Supervise and validate generator vendor-performed activities (startup, commissioning, maintenance, etc.)
• Support cross-functional collaboration including all local and global partners, including EHS
• Travel expectations can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training and onboarding. After initial onboarding, travel expectations are 10-15%, and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in generator maintenance or diesel mechanic trade experience
• Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in related field plus 3+ years relevant industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ years industry experience
• Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work
• Knowledge of power generation and transfer systems
• Knowledge of diesel fuel system components, fuel storage and fuel quality management
• Experienced in all aspects of generator theory, operations and maintenance of the complete generator system and have a working knowledge of electrical distribution and general mechanical systems
• Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
• Experience in comprehending plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Proficient with computer systems including documents, spreadsheets, email, and maintenance systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in critical environments
• Trade Certification in diesel mechanics
• Experience managing vendor contracts
• Equipment field service engineering or representative experience
• Experience in the data center industry

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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$114,000/year to $168,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.