Critical Facilities Technician

About the role

About Salute: Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service.

Position Summary: The Critical Facilities Technician (CFT) is responsible for operating, monitoring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing critical infrastructure systems that support mission‑critical data center operations. These systems include electrical distribution equipment, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, HVAC systems, plumbing systems, fire/life safety systems, building automation systems, and associated support equipment. This is a hands‑on operations role, not an oversight position. Successful candidates must be comfortable working directly with equipment, responding to alarms and emergencies, performing inspections and maintenance activities, and supporting the continuous operation of a 24/7 critical environment. Technicians work closely with operations teams, customers, contractors, vendors, and site leadership to maintain the reliability, availability, and safety of mission‑critical data center infrastructure supporting 99.999% uptime objectives.

Responsibilities

• Critical Facility Operations – Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in facility systems; perform routine site rounds and equipment inspections; monitor critical infrastructure through Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and related platforms; review alarms, investigate issues, and initiate escalation procedures when required; respond to emergency situations and critical infrastructure failures; support reliability, availability, and uptime objectives for all critical systems; maintain equipment logs, operational reports, and facility documentation.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting – Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical infrastructure; troubleshoot Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing (MEP), HVAC, fire/life safety, and control systems; utilize CMMS and work order management systems to create, manage, and complete maintenance tasks; review operating parameters, fault codes, and equipment trends to identify concerns before failures occur; assist with equipment repairs and vendor‑supported maintenance activities; coordinate and oversee maintenance activities performed by external vendors and contractors.
• Data Center Support – Support data center white space operations; coordinate activities related to colocation, telecommunications, network connectivity, and customer support; install, test, label, and verify network and structured cabling components when required; support hardware deployments and customer installations; coordinate vendor, carrier, and contractor activities within the facility; maintain accurate operational and maintenance documentation.
• Safety & Compliance – Follow all site‑specific safety procedures and operational standards; participate in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities and electrical safety programs; support emergency response activities and incident investigations; participate in job hazard analyses and risk assessments; maintain compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and established operating procedures; utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work rotating day and night shifts onsite in Barstow, TX.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening requirements.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to safely work in a mission‑critical environment.
• Ability to work overtime, emergency callouts, and extended shifts when necessary.
• Minimal exposure to and understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) practices and safe work procedures.
• Troubleshooting experience within an operational, industrial, manufacturing, utility, healthcare, or critical facility environment.
• CFT I specific: 0‑2 years of experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical maintenance, manufacturing, utilities, hospital facilities, industrial maintenance, building operations, critical environments, or related skilled trades; basic understanding of MEP systems; basic troubleshooting experience in an operational or critical facility environment; willingness to work hands‑on in a 24/7 mission‑critical environment; ability to respond to equipment failures, alarms, and emergency situations; strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• CFT II specific: 3‑5+ years of experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting critical facility infrastructure; experience working with MEP systems; working knowledge and practical application of LOTO procedures; demonstrated troubleshooting experience within a critical facility environment; ability to independently diagnose equipment faults, review operating and maintenance documentation, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions; experience operating and maintaining electrical distribution systems, UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems, chilled water systems, fire/life safety systems, and building automation systems; strong understanding of preventive maintenance, reliability practices, and equipment operations; ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a mission‑critical environment; strong communication, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills.