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Jacksonville - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description:

The Data Center Manager (DCM) is responsible for the overall management operation maintenance and budgeting of the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) as well as the electrical mechanical and HVAC systems within the assigned data centers. The DCM ensures mission-critical uptime aiming for 100% reliability and oversees compliance with all customer SLAs. This role also serves as a leader and technical resource for Data Center Technicians (DCTs) Assistant Data Center Managers (ADCMs) and Critical Infrastructure Engineers (CIEs) providing career development and coaching. The DCM will contribute to market efforts to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency while representing Flexential in a professional and technically proficient manner during interactions with customers vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:

  • Facility Operations: Serve as the primary point of contact for 24x7 on-call facility operations ensuring all critical systems are running optimally to support data center uptime goals of 100%.
  • Mission-Critical Equipment Oversight: Oversee the operation maintenance and repair of all mission-critical systems and equipment ensuring 100% uptime and strict compliance with customer SLAs.
  • Budget Management: Manage the site budget including staffing maintenance and repair costs ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising service quality.
  • Team Leadership and Mentoring: Lead and mentor a team of Assistant Data Center Managers Engineers and Technicians promoting best practices adherence to company policies and ongoing professional development.
  • Cross-Market Collaboration: Actively participate in regional and cross-market initiatives to drive operational improvements and greater business efficiencies.
  • Policy Implementation: Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures ensuring all operational processes align with organizational goals.
  • Technical Documentation: Read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints engineering specifications and project plans to ensure proper implementation of data center operations and infrastructure modifications.
  • Operational Excellence: Identify operational constraints and propose and drive solutions to meet operational excellence objectives.
  • Disaster Recovery Exercises: Oversee disaster recovery drills (dry runs) to ensure the team is prepared for emergencies and system failures.
  • Customer Order Provisioning: Supervise the provisioning of customer orders including electrical modifications ensuring safe work practices are maintained.
  • Off-Hours Support: Assist with off-hours and weekend maintenance activities as required ensuring continued operations and quick recovery from any unplanned outages.
  • Reporting & Performance: Prepare detailed reports on TAC and critical infrastructure performance customer space and power utilization and other operational metrics.
  • Method and Procedure Documentation: Develop implement and maintain Method of Procedures (MOPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all maintenance and operational activities.
  • Training and Development: Provide training for operations staff including the creation and delivery of training materials to enhance team knowledge and efficiency.
  • Facility Inspections: Conduct regular rounds of the facility to ensure equipment is functioning correctly and that the center is aesthetically maintained to a high standard.
  • Customer Engagement: Lead customer tours of the data center showcasing the infrastructure and providing insight into its operations.
  • Monitoring & Alerting Systems: Configure and manage monitoring and alerting systems for critical equipment ensuring early detection and response to potential issues.
  • Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by management to support operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Customer Support Responsibilities:

  • Customer Support: Provide proactive and responsive support to the Flexential customer base resolving or escalating issues in a timely and professional manner.
  • Troubleshooting and Documentation: Troubleshoot and document technical issues through the Flexential ticketing system ensuring adherence to internal support procedures and standards.
  • Routine Maintenance: Responsible for the routine execution of maintenance tasks including generating customer reports performing system updates and managing backup services.
  • Service Delivery Audits: Ensure all customer Service Delivery Audit preparations are completed on time ensuring compliance with renewal deadlines and customer expectations.

Required Qualifications:

  • Education: Associates degree or 5 years equivalent experience in a relevant field.
  • Management and Soft Skills: Extensive training in management soft skills and emotional intelligence to effectively lead and develop teams.
  • Technical Expertise: At least 3 years of experience in root cause analysis troubleshooting and problem-solving within a critical infrastructure environment.
  • Critical Infrastructure Knowledge: Proven experience in the operation and maintenance of critical data center infrastructure including systems such as feeders transformers generators switchgear UPS systems ATS units PDUs chillers pumps air handling units and CRAH units.
  • Additional Experience: Relevant military experience or applicable trade certifications are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications: Electrical or mechanical certifications or an associates degree (or higher) in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Experience in Data Centers: A minimum of 5 years working in data centers with a focus on building and equipment operations.
  • Leadership: 3 years prior management or supervisory experience of a team environment preferred
  • Leadership Development: Ongoing engagement in leadership management and emotional intelligence training to foster personal and team growth.
  • Technical Competence: Proven ability to meet or exceed technical and functional depth in critical infrastructure systems and data center operations.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time
  • Walk or Stand for 50% of the time
  • Moderate or advanced keyboard usage
  • Lift 50 lbs.
  • Travel 5% of the time

Base Pay Range: Annualized salary range offered for this position is estimated to be $102560 - $153840. However the actual pay range depends on each candidates experience location and qualifications.

This position has the following safety hazards:

Chemical

Electrical

Ergonomics

Climb ladders

Mechanical lift

Noise

Temperature Extremes

Trip/Fall

Driving (must possess valid drivers license and insurance)

Not meeting every single requirement No problem! We are looking for candidates who possess unique skills that set them apart from the rest. If youre enthusiastic about this role and believe you have the skills and abilities that would make you successful dont hesitate to apply today!

Benefits of working at Flexential:
Medical Telehealth Dental and Vision
401(k)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life and AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term disability
Flex Paid Time Off (PTO)
Leave of Absence
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Rewards and Recognition Program

Benefits are subject to change at the Companys discretion.

EEO Statement: Flexential is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


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