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Critical Facility Manager of Engineering

Salute, Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States, 57401

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Critical Facility Manager of Engineering Base pay range: $175,000.00/yr – $200,000.00/yr

Location:

Ellendale, ND (on-site position with relocation assistance available)

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Salute is a leading provider of cutting‑edge data center infrastructure services dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Critical Facilities Manager of Engineering to drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights, ensuring 100% uptime and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Command a critical infrastructure subject‑matter‑expert presence and display command and control of critical facility operations.

Provide direct on‑site coordination, supervision, and project‑management support for data center critical facility operations.

Accept direct accountability for management and operations of preventative‑maintenance programs and life‑cycle management of critical facility assets.

Implement Salute Data Center Operations Playbook and secure 100% site adoption by all data center engineers, technicians, and suppliers.

Track critical facility metrics and KPIs, delivering reports to the Site Director and reporting anomalies immediately.

Manage preventative‑maintenance schedules, corrective maintenance actions, and break‑fix incident response for all critical facility systems.

Identify critical spare‑parts inventory needs and track on‑hand supply and usage via the CMMS platform.

Ensure vendors adhere to The Playbook, Critical Facility Work Rules, and all EH&S policies.

Supervise and manage critical facility engineers, data center technicians, and suppliers.

Assign staff appropriately to maintain proper coverage of operational requirements.

Oversee professional development, certifications, and license retention of all critical facility personnel.

Conduct performance evaluations, develop improvement plans, and enforce disciplinary actions, including termination and annual reviews.

Additional Accountabilities

Lead by example and actively promote ongoing professional development within the operations team.

Achieve 100% completion of mandated Talent LMS training courses.

Adhere to Salute culture and best practices at all times.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent, with two years of technical education focused on mission‑critical operations, industrial manufacturing, or relevant military experience in electrical and mechanical systems.

Progressive, hands‑on experience in critical data center operations, maintenance, and engineering in complex facility environments.

Prior experience as a Critical Facilities Lead Engineer, ACFM, or equivalent leadership role.

Experience supervising O&M of large, complex data center operations.

Demonstrated technical knowledge of HVAC, standby emergency power, UPS, and associated infrastructure.

Physical Requirements

Lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs.

Stand for extended periods in various work environments.

Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment tasks.

Maintain basic physical fitness for rapid emergency response.

Move quickly and efficiently within various environments to troubleshoot or respond to emergencies.

Possess good hand‑eye coordination and dexterity for small components.

Have clear vision, with or without correction, and wear safety glasses as required.

Differentiation between color‑coded warning signs, labels, and cables.

Work in environments with wide temperature ranges inside the facility.

Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow.

Tolerate elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection.

Hold a valid driver’s license for work‑related travel, as required.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform job functions, please contact our Human Resources Department at hr@salute.com for assistance.

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