Electronical & Facility Manager

Job Summary:

A Job Description (JD) for an Electrical and Facility Manager in a data center company typically encompasses a blend of technical expertise and managerial responsibilities. Here's a breakdown of the key areas:

Core Responsibilities:

• Critical Infrastructure Management: 

  • Overseeing the operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical systems within the data center, including: 

    • UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems

    • Generators

    • Switchgear

    • PDUs (Power Distribution Units)

    • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems

    • Cooling systems (chillers, CRAC units)

    • Fire suppression systems

  • Ensuring the continuous availability and reliability of these systems to maintain uptime.

• Electrical System Expertise: 

  • Managing and troubleshooting complex electrical systems.

  • Performing preventative and corrective maintenance.

  • Ensuring compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

  • Managing electrical distribution and monitoring systems.

• Facility Operations: 

  • Overseeing general facility maintenance and repairs.

  • Managing vendor relationships for maintenance and service contracts.

  • Budget management and cost control.

  • Implementing and maintaining safety protocols.

  • Managing Building Management Systems (BMS) and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools.

• Team Leadership: 

  • Managing and supervising a team of technicians and engineers.

  • Providing training and development opportunities.

  • Scheduling and assigning tasks.

  • Ensuring team adherence to safety and operational procedures.

• Emergency Response: 

  • Developing and implementing emergency response plans.

  • Responding to and managing critical incidents and outages.

  • Performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

• Compliance and Documentation: 

  • Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and system performance.

  • Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.

  • Developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in data center environments.

• Experience with critical infrastructure management.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations.

• Experience with budget management and vendor relations.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CDCP, CDFOM) are often preferred.

• A background in engineering, specifically electrical or mechanical engineering is highly sought after.