Data Center Operator

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Data Center Operator ensuring operational integrity and compliance in data centers. Responsible for maintaining mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring peak efficiency.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the operation, installation, and maintenance of data center critical equipment, with a strong focus on electrical and mechanical systems. Ensures compliance with NFPA Electrical, Fire and Life Safety standards and local building codes.

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Electrical System OperationMechanical System MaintenanceData Center Equipment InstallationRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeEmergency Response Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical System InstallationMechanical System OperationTroubleshooting Electrical SystemsData Center Equipment MaintenanceBuilding Systems Inspection

Soft Skills

Rapid ResponseInvestigative SkillsManagement of Emergency Situations

Industry Keywords

NFPA Electrical CodesFire and Life Safety StandardsRegulatory ComplianceData Center OperationsBuilding Codes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the operational integrity, commissioning, and regulatory compliance of the electrical power and mechanical systems.
Ensure that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center are operating at peak efficiency.
Conduct periodic inspections of building systems.
Rapid response, investigation, and management of indoor emergency situations.
Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions of facility systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-year degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university.
A minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in the operation, installation, and maintenance of data center critical equipment.
Strong background in operating mechanical and electrical critical systems.
Hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting large commercial and industrial electrical systems.
Current knowledge of NFPA Electrical, Fire and Life Safety and building codes, or local regulatory equivalent.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1.
Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts.