Mission-Critical Data Center Facilities Lead

Prime Data Centers; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Prime Data Centers is seeking a hands-on Critical Facility Manager to oversee safe, reliable operation of mission-critical facilities in a 24/7 data center environment. You’ll manage electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems, while leading operations staff, vendors, and operational projects.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and ensure NFPA/NEC compliance. The role requires 5+ years in mission-critical facilities and strong leadership with PM experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Technical degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• CPR/First Aid and NFPA 70E certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and maintenance of all critical facility infrastructure.
• Ensure maximum uptime through preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, and emergency response.
• Manage Operations Technicians, providing leadership, training, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for facility-related issues and perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Oversee vendor performance, safety compliance, and customer relationships.
• Lead capital improvements and operational projects from planning through implementation.
• Develop and implement operational procedures, best practices, and site standards.
• Monitor facility performance, document maintenance activities, and communicate status to leadership.
• Electrical distribution (480V, medium voltage, switchgear, UPS, STS/ATS, generators)
• Mechanical systems (HVAC, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, VFDs, water treatment)
• Building automation and monitoring systems (BMS/EPMS)
• Fire/life safety systems and NFPA/NEC compliance
• Troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and preventive maintenance
• Microsoft Office and computerized monitoring systems

Skills

Leadership

Project management

CPR/First Aid

NFPA 70E

5+ years data centers

Education

Technical degree

Tools

BMS/EPMS

Microsoft Office

Vendor management systems

Job description

Prime Data Centers is seeking a hands-on Critical Facility Manager to oversee safe, reliable operation of mission-critical facilities in a 24/7 data center environment. You’ll manage electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems, while leading operations staff, vendors, and operational projects.

You’ll drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and ensure NFPA/NEC compliance. The role requires 5+ years in mission-critical facilities and strong leadership with PM experience.