Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company
Field Operations Manager
Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company, Naperville, Illinois, United States, 60564
As the industry leader in water technology, we’re growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world’s most vital resource.
Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a
Field Ops Manager
with deep expertise in data center infrastructure—specifically in the
commissioning and operation
of cooling equipment related to
liquid-to-liquid cooling applications, technical cooling systems (TCS),
and
coolant distribution units (CDUs) . This role is pivotal in shaping our
service and support strategy
to ensure system assurance and operational excellence for our mission‑critical customers. Benefits
Opportunity to tackle meaningful challenges for clean water, safe food, and healthy environments. Impactful career development with a passionate company. Paid field and headquarters training in Naperville, IL. Flexible, independent work environment. Non‑decalled company vehicle for business and personal use. Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the technical subject matter expert on data center cooling systems, focusing on liquid‑to‑liquid heat exchange and CDU technologies. Provide strategic input into the design and development of service and support programs—installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting protocols. Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams during new builds and retrofits to ensure seamless integration of cooling service programs. Develop and refine technical documentation, SOPs, and training materials for internal teams and customers. Support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts for field issues and system performance. Advise on monitoring, telemetry, and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance reliability and uptime. Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices in data center thermal management and sustainability. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience. 5+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, focusing on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes. Hands‑on experience with CDU, liquid‑to‑liquid heat exchangers, and technical cooling systems. Proven track record in data center construction, startup, and operational support. Strong understanding of critical facility operations, including redundancy, uptime requirements, and risk mitigation. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interfacing with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Experience in a startup or fast‑paced environment is a plus. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. No immigration sponsorship offered for this role. Location / Travel Required
Preferred location is U.S.; open to candidates living anywhere in the U.S. close to a major airport. Travel up to 75%. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation, such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance, with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
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Field Ops Manager
with deep expertise in data center infrastructure—specifically in the
commissioning and operation
of cooling equipment related to
liquid-to-liquid cooling applications, technical cooling systems (TCS),
and
coolant distribution units (CDUs) . This role is pivotal in shaping our
service and support strategy
to ensure system assurance and operational excellence for our mission‑critical customers. Benefits
Opportunity to tackle meaningful challenges for clean water, safe food, and healthy environments. Impactful career development with a passionate company. Paid field and headquarters training in Naperville, IL. Flexible, independent work environment. Non‑decalled company vehicle for business and personal use. Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the technical subject matter expert on data center cooling systems, focusing on liquid‑to‑liquid heat exchange and CDU technologies. Provide strategic input into the design and development of service and support programs—installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting protocols. Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams during new builds and retrofits to ensure seamless integration of cooling service programs. Develop and refine technical documentation, SOPs, and training materials for internal teams and customers. Support root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts for field issues and system performance. Advise on monitoring, telemetry, and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance reliability and uptime. Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices in data center thermal management and sustainability. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience. 5+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, focusing on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes. Hands‑on experience with CDU, liquid‑to‑liquid heat exchangers, and technical cooling systems. Proven track record in data center construction, startup, and operational support. Strong understanding of critical facility operations, including redundancy, uptime requirements, and risk mitigation. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interfacing with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Experience in a startup or fast‑paced environment is a plus. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. No immigration sponsorship offered for this role. Location / Travel Required
Preferred location is U.S.; open to candidates living anywhere in the U.S. close to a major airport. Travel up to 75%. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation, such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance, with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
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