Operations & Maintenance Manager
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the worlds leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses validated by top U.S. national labs and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field were scaling faster than the grid can transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.
Operations & Maintenance Manager (Data Center Project Amarillo TX)
Job Location: Amarillo TX (Relocation Available)
Employment Type: Full-Time Salary
POSITION OVERVIEW
is seeking an experienced Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead day-to-day field operations at our data center project in Amarillo Texas. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing a high-performing field service team ensuring asset reliability and serving as the primary operational interface with the customer. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Leadership & Daily Operations
- Direct the day-to-day activities of the field service technician team including scheduling task prioritization and performance oversight.
- Foster a culture of accountability professionalism and continuous improvement across all site personnel.
- Conduct regular team meetings toolbox talks and performance reviews to ensure alignment with project goals and standards.
- Read and interpret applicable Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) to understand the teams contractual responsibilities and ensure day-to-day operations are carried out accordingly.
Safety & Compliance
- Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring all team members adhere to established safety protocols OSHA standards and site-specific procedures at all times.
- Enforce operational procedures and work instructions conducting periodic audits to verify compliance.
- Lead incident investigations root cause analyses and corrective action implementation as required.
Vendor Management
- Analyze qualify and select third-party vendors and subcontractors to support maintenance repairs and specialty services on-site.
- Manage vendor relationships evaluate performance and ensure all contracted work meets quality safety and cost targets.
- Solicit and review bids negotiate scope of work and make recommendations for vendor selection and contract renewals.
Customer Reporting & Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for the customer providing regular operational updates and performance summaries.
- Prepare and deliver detailed operational reports KPI dashboards and maintenance summaries on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.
- Build and maintain a trusted transparent relationship with the customer by proactively communicating issues milestones and recommendations.
CMMS & Data Integrity
- Ensure the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is accurately maintained and updated in real time reflecting all work orders preventive maintenance tasks corrective actions and equipment history.
- Enforce CMMS data entry standards across the team and leverage system data for planning reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Generate and analyze CMMS reports to identify trends optimize maintenance schedules and support asset lifecycle decisions.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelors degree in Engineering Electrical Technology Facilities Management or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered
Experience
5 years of experience in operations and maintenance management preferably within data center energy or critical infrastructure environments
Leadership
Demonstrated experience managing and developing field service teams in a fast-paced safety-critical setting
Technical Skills
Strong working knowledge of electrical systems HVAC UPS generators and data center infrastructure; familiarity with LTSAs and vendor contracts
CMMS Proficiency
Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms (e.g. IBM Maximo UpKeep Fiix or equivalent); ability to enforce data discipline across a team
Certifications
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E certifications upon hire; data center certifications (CDCP CDCE) a plus
Communication
Strong written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to present operational data and recommendations to customers and senior management
Location
Must live within a daily commutable distance to site in Amarillo TX (relocation bonus will be considered for candidates willing to relocate)
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For US-based roles - What youll get:
- Competitive salary annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
For Mexico-based roles - What youll get:
- Competitive salary annual performance bonus eligibility
- Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
- Major medical expenses and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)
For all roles:
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
- Equal Opportunity: is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment discrimination or retaliation.
- Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process email
- Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.
Required Experience:
Manager