Wesco · 3 hours ago
Assistant Critical Facilities Manager - Data Center
2301 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, 50321, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$35/hr - $43/hr
3+ years expWesco, a leading provider of mission-critical facility solutions, is seeking an Assistant Critical Facilities Manager for their data center operations. This role involves supporting the maintenance and operation of critical infrastructure, managing building systems, and ensuring reliability and uptime through various maintenance activities.
CommercialElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a data center
Management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain a data center
Management of systems and physical environment integration (life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power related activities and issues)
Report discrepancies and trends to the operations team and clients
Manage preventative and emergency maintenance schedules and procedures for building systems; identify back-up and replacement inventory needs for critical systems
Oversee all maintenance schedules and providers
Provide on-call support (24x7)
Assist in updates of standard practices consistent for data center operations and equipment
Oversee and coordinate sub-contractors to assure proper installation of equipment and delivery of maintenance services
Troubleshoot emergencies, equipment problems, and technical issues, organize and oversee resolutions
Provide ongoing technical support, management and oversight of vendors as necessary
Completes daily inspections
Complete inspections and maintenance. Scheduled maintenance may include, but is not limited to, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annual equipment maintenance
Self-perform numerous Electrical/HVAC preventative maintenance activities including but not limited to:
Filter changes
Generator operating tests
UPS/ATS/STS transfer tests and operation
Provide field technical support related to redundancy, reliability and maintainability for the data center:
Current needs
Long-term objectives and strategic planning
Primary focus shall be on uptime (99.9999%) and cost saving opportunities
Supported by Ascent Corporate Engineering group
Development and implementation of Ascent’s Change Control Program
Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and Emergency Recovery Procedure (ERP) development
Administrator for onsite Critical Facility Work Rules
Vendor onboarding and familiarization
Safety inspections and adherence to Ascent safety policies
Administrative policies/procedures
Scope of Work standards
Spare parts management
Reporting development
Life Cycle Replacement Strategy
Qualification
Required
3 or more years of experience as an Assistant Critical Facilities Manager or other relevant experience
BS or Technical Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Field or other related field preferred
Knowledge of construction planning, mechanical or electrical systems necessary, building controls, fire systems, and security systems
Knowledge of building automation systems
Possess Electrical/HVAC certifications (preferred)
Candidate must be technically proficient in planning and scheduling, and exhibit excellent organizational skills
Candidate must possess strong communication skills, the ability to lead coordination meetings and actively facilitate progress in order to achieve scheduled goals
Candidate must have people skills, good judgment, and flexibility
Qualified candidate will be able to work cooperatively with internal administration groups, and effectively contend with customers and contractors to reach mutually acceptable terms and conditions
Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project. Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings plans
Company
Wesco
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Funding
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$2.53B2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $800M
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1999-05-12IPO
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Chairman, CEO and President
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