Sr. Specialist, Infrastructure Operations

Kavaliro; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavaliro is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Infrastructure Operations to manage and monitor power and cooling capacity in data centers. The role requires overseeing teams responsible for the mechanical and electrical systems of the UO Data Centers and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in telecom standards, MEP operations, and data center maintenance. A high school degree is required, with a preference for a Bachelor's in Computer Science or a related field.

Qualifications

• Experience in telecom industry standards.
• Knowledge of MEP operations for critical environments.
• Familiarity with Data Center facility maintenance.
• Understanding of cable management standards.
• Experience with compliance and building terms.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Professional communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage power and cooling capacity in facilities.
• Oversee teams supporting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Report on core infrastructure facilities.
• Review preventive maintenance inspection results.
• Manage projects for enhancement of technology solutions.
• Ensure compliance with design requirements during inspections.
• Direct vendors and internal resources on projects.

Skills

Telecom industry standards

MEP standards and operations

Mission Critical Data Center maintenance

Cable management and fiber distribution

Code enforcement or compliance

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Education

High school degree or GED

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

RevIT

Autocad

Job description

Sr. Specialist, Infrastructure Operations

Responsibilities

• Full-time
• Manage power and cooling capacity and monitor environmental conditions within the DC or MDF/IDF/SIDF’s.
• Management of internal and/or third party teams responsible for the support of critical mechanical, and electrical systems of the UO Data Centers and associated campus wide distribution hubs, IDF’s etc.
• Responsible for reporting of the core infrastructure facilities.
• To include remediation of exceptions found in the reports.
• Review results from preventive maintenance inspections and escape to IO Manager on major issues found, non-major issue should be resolved by this role.
• Manage all Creative/Facilities/Planned Work projects that are associated with the enhancement, upgrading or implementation of new or existing technology solutions and environments.
• Management of UO Infrastructure which includes but not limited to inspections of installations for compliance with design requirements; reviews of vendor and/or other teams working within DC or IDF’s for quality; and ensuring the environment meets or exceeds all industry standards that apply.
• Any findings out of scope the IOSS will be empowered to make decisions at the site and directing responsible party to address issue until it is within scope.
• Manage and oversee vendors, subs or internal resources in completion of IO assigned project sites.
• Manage the contracted vendor(s) on projects to ensure the work is being done according to spec and remediate issues as they arise.
• Management and assignment of vendors or in house tech team for assistance in the installation or troubleshooting of MEP or cabling matters.
• Be in the field as the SME enforcing the IO standards and policies on a regular basis.
• Define standards for UPT IO environments and the methods used to deliver said standards.
• Work with vendors and internal UO teams (i.e. sourcing, purchasing, EHS, legal) to develop safe practices, standardize vendor costs and mark‑ups, streamline ordering process and maintain records of all work taking place on property under the IOSS scope.
• Work with vendors (i.e. Commscope, DDB) on new products and capabilities that fit the UO environment and challenges we face.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of industry standards in telecom and structured cabling
• Experience and knowledge of MEP standards and operations as it pertains to critical environments
• Experience and knowledge of Mission Critical Data Center Facility maintenance
• Experience and knowledge of cable management and fiber distribution standards
• Experience with code enforcement or compliance, understanding general building terms and processes
• Strong analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Professional Business communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of Autodesk Navisworks, RevIT, Autocad is a plus.

EDUCATION: High school degree or GED is required. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.

Other: Technical experience in Infrastructure, Data Center Operations is also required. Applicable work experience could be considered in lieu of BS CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES,

REGISTRATIONS: CET/CEM - preferred but not required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.