Mission-Critical Data Center Operations Leader

Prime Data Centers; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Data Centers is seeking a Critical Facility Manager to lead the safe, reliable operation of mission-critical facilities in Dallas. You will manage electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems, oversee staff, vendors, and maintenance projects, and drive continuous improvement to maximize uptime.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership in 24/7 data center environments, strong project management, and a proven track record in operational excellence and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or similar environments.
• Technical degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• CPR/First Aid and NFPA 70E certification (or ability to obtain).
• 6+ years of mission-critical operations experience.
• 3+ years leading technical teams in a 24/7 environment.

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

Data center operations

CPR/First Aid

NFPA 70E certification

Education

Technical degree or equivalent

Job description

Prime Data Centers is seeking a Critical Facility Manager to lead the safe, reliable operation of mission-critical facilities in Dallas. You will manage electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems, oversee staff, vendors, and maintenance projects, and drive continuous improvement to maximize uptime.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership in 24/7 data center environments, strong project management, and a proven track record in operational excellence and safety compliance.