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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technical Operations Engineer I - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Boardman, OR, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $64,480.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Monitoring of Systems, Network Planning and Design, Reliability of Systems, Build Management, Performance Monitor - **Published:** October 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/or/boardman/c8b1e310-1653-4c89-8000-339578ac6495 ## About the Role Leadership Management Innovation Mitigation Switchgear Reliability Low Voltage Air Handler Coordinating Plant Safety Communication Service Level Prioritization Report Writing Cooling Towers Detail Oriented Risk Mitigation Risk Management Team Leadership Influencing Skills Power Distribution Electrical Systems Facility Operations Inventory Management Project Coordination Lifecycle Management Organizational Skills Performance Reporting Preventive Maintenance Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Corrective Maintenance Engineering Design Process Building Management System Electric Power Distribution Network Planning And Design Standard Operating Procedure Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Computer Room Air Handler (CRAH) Units, * Hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance experience with technical systems in a facilities, mechanical, or electrical environment. * Technical, trade, or military training in engineering disciplines, such as electrical, mechanical, or related fields. * Demonstrated reliability through consistent, relevant employment history in operations, maintenance, or engineering roles. * Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems, including the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues. * Ability to operate and manage critical infrastructure systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, and building monitoring systems. * Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with technicians, leadership, and vendors and for preparing reports and documentation. * Strong leadership and organizational skills, including the ability to guide shift personnel and manage multiple concurrent tasks. * Strong attention to detail when performing maintenance, documenting work, and monitoring facility performance. * Ability to prioritize effectively in a complex, fast-paced, and mission-critical environment. * 02 years of relevant work experience in engineering, facilities, or technical operations. * 02 years of management or team lead experience in an operations or technical setting., * Bachelors degree or a technical degree from a military or trade school in an engineering or related discipline. * Preferred: 02 years of data center engineering experience, working with critical infrastructure in a high-availability environment. * Preferred: 02 years of data center management experience, supporting operations, maintenance, or capacity planning. * Preferred: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. * Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout, including understanding of low-voltage copper and fiber cabling. * Experience working with data center mechanical and electrical systems, including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, chillers, air handling units (AHU), and building management systems (BMS). * Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment that involves coordination with facilities teams, IT teams, and external vendors. * Interest in developing leadership capabilities and progressing toward roles in facilities, infrastructure, or operations management. * Motivation to work on high-impact projects that directly influence system reliability, safety, and performance., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Boardman, OR, *On-Site Visionary Operations Leadership Management Innovation Mitigation Switchgear Reliability Low Voltage Air Handler Coordinating Plant Safety Communication Service Level Prioritization Report Writing Cooling Towers Detail Oriented Risk Mitigation Risk Management Team Leadership Influencing Skills Power Distribution Electrical Systems Facility Operations Inventory Management Project Coordination Lifecycle Management Organizational Skills Performance Reporting Preventive Maintenance Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Corrective Maintenance Engineering Design Process Building Management System Electric Power Distribution Network Planning And Design Standard Operating Procedure Continuous Improvement Process Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Computer Room Air Handler (CRAH) Units ## Description The Data Center Technical Operations Engineer I is responsible for day-to-day engineering operations within a mission-critical data center facility. This role focuses on risk management and mitigation, corrective and preventive maintenance of critical infrastructure, vendor coordination, and performance reporting. The engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the data center and to support ongoing infrastructure growth and optimization., * Manage on-site shift technicians, shift technicians, sub-contractors, and vendors, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with established practices, procedures, and safety standards. * Establish performance benchmarks for critical facility operations and maintenance, conduct detailed analyses, and prepare reports on key metrics and operational outcomes. * Collaborate with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability, and efficiency. * Operate and manage both routine and emergency services on critical systems, including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, and building monitoring systems. * Support the design and build-out of new data center facilities, contributing technical input on mechanical and electrical systems and operational requirements. * Assist with projects aimed at increasing current facility efficiency, including optimization of mechanical and electrical infrastructure and operational processes. * Oversee asset and inventory management to ensure accurate tracking, availability, and lifecycle management of equipment and spare parts. * Participate in recruiting efforts for technical operations staff by providing input on candidate qualifications and team needs. * Deliver high-quality service to internal customers and stakeholders, ensuring that all operational demands and service level expectations are met. * Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance on technical systems, adhering to standard operating procedures and documentation requirements. * Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in critical infrastructure to restore service quickly and prevent recurrence. * Follow and promote safety protocols, risk mitigation practices, and continuous improvement initiatives within the data center environment.