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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Critical Mechanical Specialist - **Company:** Harper Harrison - **Location:** Whitney, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $85,592.0 - $117,707.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Monitoring of Systems, Performance Tuning - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=244fbf84c5d4a188 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in the maintenance and operation of critical mechanical systems, with a direct focus on data centers or mission-critical environments. * Hands-on experience with Cooling Distribution Unit (CDU) operation, maintenance, calibration, and repair. * Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical issues in high-availability, high-pressure environments. * Strong understanding of energy management, cooling efficiency practices, and CDU optimization. * Proven ability to lead mechanical projects, diagnose system-level challenges, and implement long-term technical solutions. * Excellent technical documentation skills to maintain detailed records of system performance, inspections, and operational upgrades. Desirable Requirements * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (equivalent military, trade school, or extensive hands-on experience in lieu of a degree will be considered). * Familiarity with monitoring systems, building automation systems (BAS), predictive maintenance tools, and specialized CDU diagnostic software. * Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines, local building codes, and OSHA safety requirements. * EPA 608 Universal Certification. ## Description * Provide guidance and oversight for the operation, maintenance, and performance optimization of critical mechanical systems, including direct experience with Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs). * Ensure mechanical systems-including air-cooled chillers, Pumps, VFDs, Cooling Towers, RTUs, AHUs, and fan walls-run efficiently to minimize downtime and maintain SLA ranges. * Develop operational best practices, routine inspection checklists, and procedures for cleaning, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of CDUs. * Manage, monitor, and optimize cooling strategies and capacity to maintain strict temperature and humidity levels for all data center infrastructure. * Act as the primary mechanical subject matter expert to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues, including HVAC malfunctions and cooling failures. * Lead and assist with root cause analysis on mechanical failures, implementing plans to correct and mitigate future issues. * Develop, execute, and improve comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs using specialized monitoring tools to assess system health. * Provide process, policy, and compliance direction to ensure all systems meet safety, regulatory, and environmental standards (such as ASHRAE guidelines, local building codes, and OSHA requirements). * Conduct regular audits and safety inspections of mechanical equipment, maintaining detailed records of performance, repairs, and upgrades. * Offer high-level technical expertise, system design feedback, and operational guidance to on-site facilities personnel. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [APItoolkit: Using Merkle Trees and LLMs to Detect the UnDetectable in Software Monitoring](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1639-apitoolkit-using-merkle-trees-and-llms-to-detect-the-undetectable-in-software-monitoring) - [Practical performance tuning for Serverless Java on AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2075-practical-performance-tuning-for-serverless-java-on-aws) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Systems Thinking for Performance: How to Diagnose and Fix Slow Systems without Guessing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2103-systems-thinking-for-performance-how-to-diagnose-and-fix-slow-systems-without-guessing) - [A Hitchhiker's Guide to Resource Efficient Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1414-a-hitchhiker-s-guide-to-resource-efficient-software) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023)