Ecolab Life Sciences
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 dynamic
Service Manager
with expertise in data center cooling infrastructure—specifically in startup, commissioning, and mechanical operation of liquid-to-liquid cooling applications, technical cooling systems (TCS), and coolant distribution units (CDUs) and the training of field teams / customers. This role is pivotal in shaping our service and support strategy to ensure system assurance and operational excellence for our mission‑critical customers.
What’s In It For You
The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
Paid training held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL
Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
What You’ll Do
Serve as the technical service expert on data center cooling systems, with a focus on liquid-to-liquid heat exchange and CDU technologies.
Support training of site level technicians and customers regarding installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
Manage the service components of startup/commissioning projects and operational activities for CDU and adjacent liquid cooling offerings.
Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams during new data center builds and retrofits to ensure seamless integration of our cooling systems and services.
Leverage previous experience to help lead and develop high performing teams of technical professionals.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
3+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, with a strong focus on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes.
Hands‑on experience with coolant distribution units (CDUs), 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, with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working in a startup or fast‑paced environment is a plus.
Possess a 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%.
About Nalco Water Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water each year. We work with customers across the world in the light industry (institutional, food & beverage, manufacturing, transportation, textile care, and global high tech) and heavy industry (chemical, downstream, paper, mining, power and primary metals industries) to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Nalco Water provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.
Anticipated Job Posting End Date 11/9
Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range The total Compensation range for this position is $79,000-$118,400 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc.
Benefits Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short‑term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full‑Time Associates), discount on daycare services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program. Additional benefits information may be available at select Ecolab locations.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
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 in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. 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.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
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Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a dynamic
Service Manager
with expertise in data center cooling infrastructure—specifically in startup, commissioning, and mechanical operation of liquid-to-liquid cooling applications, technical cooling systems (TCS), and coolant distribution units (CDUs) and the training of field teams / customers. This role is pivotal in shaping our service and support strategy to ensure system assurance and operational excellence for our mission‑critical customers.
What’s In It For You
The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
Paid training held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL
Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
What You’ll Do
Serve as the technical service expert on data center cooling systems, with a focus on liquid-to-liquid heat exchange and CDU technologies.
Support training of site level technicians and customers regarding installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
Manage the service components of startup/commissioning projects and operational activities for CDU and adjacent liquid cooling offerings.
Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams during new data center builds and retrofits to ensure seamless integration of our cooling systems and services.
Leverage previous experience to help lead and develop high performing teams of technical professionals.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
3+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, with a strong focus on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes.
Hands‑on experience with coolant distribution units (CDUs), 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, with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working in a startup or fast‑paced environment is a plus.
Possess a 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%.
About Nalco Water Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water each year. We work with customers across the world in the light industry (institutional, food & beverage, manufacturing, transportation, textile care, and global high tech) and heavy industry (chemical, downstream, paper, mining, power and primary metals industries) to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Nalco Water provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.
Anticipated Job Posting End Date 11/9
Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range The total Compensation range for this position is $79,000-$118,400 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc.
Benefits Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short‑term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full‑Time Associates), discount on daycare services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program. Additional benefits information may be available at select Ecolab locations.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
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 in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. 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.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
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