Critical Operations Engineer II (Day) (DE3)

CoreSite · Denver, CO · 1 mo ago

Engineering$40–$43.5/hrFull-time

Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems to ensure uptime and reliability
Perform facility inspections, respond to abnormal conditions, and document findings
Track, trend, and analyze system performance; utilize CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance
Support electrical distribution from utility and generator switchgear through UPS and customer load
Maintain and coordinate work on generators, switchgear, UPS, STS, ATS, PDUs, transformers, and power circuits
Operate and maintain chilled water, HVAC, CRAC/CRAH, humidification, and central plant systems
Support cooling optimization
Monitor wet sprinkler and double-interlock pre-action systems and associated detection devices
Support customer infrastructure projects including cage builds, rack and stack, overhead installs, power, and cabling
Collaborate with senior technicians, contractors, and vendors on maintenance, upgrades, and expansions
Provide advanced remote hands, manage trouble tickets, incidents, and customer requests
Lead administrative activities across CMMS, ticketing, monitoring, and other operational platforms; maintain accurate documentation, provide timely updates, and coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers
Contribute to procedures, documentation, and continuous improvement while promoting Operational Excellence

Maintain and coordinate work on generators, switchgear, UPS, STS, ATS, PDUs, and transformers

Operate and maintain chilled water, HVAC, CRAC/CRAH, humidification, and central plant systems
Support cooling optimization

Monitor wet sprinkler and double-interlock pre-action systems and associated detection devices

Partner with senior technicians, contractors, and vendors on maintenance, upgrades, and expansions
Provide technical guidance and operational leadership to less experienced team members during routine operations, maintenance activities, and incident response
Contribute to procedures, documentation, and continuous improvement while promoting Operational Excellence

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply technical knowledge effectively
Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable with a strong work ethic
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across operations, engineering, and customer teams
Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure
Advanced understanding of the interaction between electrical, mechanical, UPS, generator, and BAS/BMS systems and the ability to assess operational impacts across interconnected systems
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, OSHA, and fire life safety requirements
Comfortable with Preferred Experience

High School Diploma or greater
2-5 years of experience in the data center industry
Proven hands-on experience with large commercial or industrial electrical and mechanical systems
Strong fit for candidates with experience in the military with HVAC or Electrical training

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Stand; walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment with changing priorities, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours as needed

Must pass background check, employment verification, and other pre-employment requirements
Compensation for this role includes a base salary between $40.00/hr and $43.50/hr
This role is also eligible for an annual bonus and equity, based upon individual and company performance

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