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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager, Data Center Facility Operations - **Company:** Crusoe's Inc - **Location:** Shakopee, MN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Uptime, Reliability Engineering, Mttr - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/58e1783f-0329-4196-945f-e58c986f96e1 ## About the Role Minimum 5 years managing operations in a data center environment, including direct responsibility for critical infrastructure (electrical and mechanical systems). Demonstrated experience building, right-sizing, or optimizing a lean staffing model - including shift design, cross-training, and vendor/staff balance. Strong working knowledge of electrical distribution and mechanical cooling systems typical of enterprise/hyperscale/colocation data centers. Experience managing teams (direct reports and/or contracted staff) in a 24/7 operational environment. Working knowledge of BMS/EPMS/DCIM monitoring platforms. Familiarity with NFPA 70E, OSHA, and industry-standard safety programs. Strong incident management and root-cause-analysis discipline. Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with high-density AI/GPU compute environments, including liquid cooling or direct-to-chip cooling systems. Experience operating through a live capacity expansion or brownfield build-out (site growing in MW while remaining in production). Uptime Institute ATD/ADOS, CDCP/CDCS, or similar data center credential. Experience in the Upper Midwest utility/regulatory environment (Xcel Energy service territory knowledge a plus, given Shakopee's location). Working Conditions On-site role at Crusoe's MSP-4 facility, Shakopee, MN. Must be available for on-call rotation and able to respond on-site during critical incidents. Data center environment: exposure to raised-floor mechanical/electrical rooms, generator yards, and elevated ## Description MSP-4 is Crusoe's 20 MW AI-optimized data center in Shakopee, MN, with planned expansion to 40 MW. We're looking for a Senior Manager, Facility Operations to own day-to-day critical infrastructure operations through this growth phase - someone who can run a tight, high-performing team today while building the staffing and operational model that scales cleanly as capacity doubles. This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll be accountable for uptime, safety, and operational excellence across electrical, mechanical, and controls systems supporting high-density AI compute, while also acting as the site's operational architect as MSP-4 grows. Key Responsibilities Critical Facility Operations Own 24/7 operational readiness of all critical infrastructure: electrical distribution (switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs), mechanical systems (CRAH/CRAC, chillers, cooling towers, and liquid/direct-to-chip cooling as applicable to AI density loads), fire/life safety, and BMS/EPMS monitoring platforms. Maintain and continuously improve Methods of Procedure (MOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Drive root cause analysis and corrective action on any incidents or near-misses; own postmortems and track remediation to closure. Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime. Team & Staffing Model Build and manage a lean, cross-trained operations team (facility engineers, technicians) sized appropriately for a 20 MW site, with a clear plan to scale staffing, shift coverage, and skill sets as the site expands to 40 MW. Define staffing ratios, shift structures, and on-call coverage models that balance cost efficiency with uptime risk. Recruit, develop, and retain technical talent; identify cross-training opportunities to reduce reliance on specialized outside vendors where practical. Manage relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and Critical Facility Managers (CFMs)/staffing partners as needed to supplement core staff.Capacity Expansion (20 MW 40 MW) Serve as the operations stakeholder in expansion planning - partner with Design, Construction, and Commissioning teams to ensure new capacity is integrated without disrupting live production load. Support integrated systems testing (IST) and commissioning of new electrical/mechanical infrastructure. Update staffing plans, spares strategy, and maintenance programs to reflect the expanded footprint. Safety & Compliance Champion a zero-incident safety culture; ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific electrical safety programs (arc flash, LOTO, etc.). Maintain compliance with local Shakopee/Minnesota code requirements, environmental permits, and any utility interconnection agreements tied to load growth. Reporting & Stakeholder Management Own site-level KPIs: uptime/availability, PUE, MTTR/MTBF, PM completion rate, safety metrics. Provide regular operational reporting to Crusoe's regional/corporate leadership. 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