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# Data Center Facility Operations Specialist (Non-IT) I - Data Center Facility Op

- **Company:** Everforth Apex
- **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $72,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Network Planning and Design
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5edd0013-6253-4cf9-aa88-defb5cd2603a

## About the Role

Education: Bachelor's Degree or a Technical (Military/Trade School) Degree with relevant experience.

Experience: 0-2 years of relevant work experience and 0-2 years of management experience.

Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, leadership and organizational skills, and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Electrical and/or HVAC trade certifications or 2+ years of data center or mission-critical facilities experience.
 * Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/fiber) cabling.

## Description

This position is responsible for Data Center Engineering Facility Operations. This includes risk management and mitigation, corrective and preventative maintenance of critical infrastructure, vendor management, and metric reporting. The role involves the on-site management of technicians, sub-contractors, and vendors to ensure all work adheres to established procedures., * Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of critical facility operations and maintenance.

 * Work with managers to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability, and efficiency.
 * Operate and manage routine and emergency services on critical facilities systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, and power distribution equipment.
 * Serve as the first escalation point for all facilities-related issues for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) items.
 * Oversee the maintenance and operations on all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment using detailed technical procedures.
 * Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work.
 * Manage and respond to a ticketing queue based on priority and assessed risk.
 * Perform routine equipment and site monitoring using building maintenance system (BMS) and electrical power monitoring system (EPMS).
 * Responsible for asset and inventory management.