Critical Facility Manager

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Critical Facility Manager to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

The Critical Facility Manager leads, mentors, and develops a multidisciplinary team responsible for all critical infrastructure at a hyperscale data center facility. This team includes electricians, HVAC technicians, controls engineers, multiple subject matter experts, supervisors, and managers. The ideal candidate for this role is dedicated to perpetual improvement, team cohesion, and exemplifies integrity in all that they do.

The role is based on-site in Barstow, TX, and candidates must relocate to

OR near BARSTOW, TX if not currently local.

This is not a remote position.

Salute Benefits That Put You First

We know life doesn't stop when work begins, that's why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
• Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
• Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts-because your health matters.
• Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life's unexpected moments.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday | Normal Business Hours with availability for after-hours and weekend emergency response as needed.

On-Site Position in Barstow, TX

Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates

Salute Mission Critical is in search of a Critical Facility Manager to lead our Data Center Operations team. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties and responsibilities listed below with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work effectively in a non-traditional data center environment, including live and operational facilities that are not fully controlled, while successfully navigating a dynamic, fluid, and continuously evolving operational landscape. Must be able to perform successfully in a high-pressure, mission-critical setting requiring adaptability, rapid decision-making, and the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities, operational demands, and emergent situations.

• Maintain a safe working environment.

• Empowering a culture of safety, security, compliance, and transparency in all aspect of datacenter activities

• Leading and managing a team of high-performing individual contributors at a data center site and their ongoing talent development

• Financial administration of site activities and staff members, tracking budgets, payments and pay cycles.

• Have a complete working knowledge on creating, closing, and tracking "work requests" (WR). Initiate or respond to work orders, follow-up and verify completion of work

• Enhance the team's ability to operate, maintain, and repair all systems.

• Deliver absolute uptime and compliance with all tenant SLAs.

• Adhere to all regulatory standards for the facility.

• Define and meet business goals and KPIs.

• Drive standardization initiatives and the adoption of best practices.

• Ensure all required maintenance is performed in accordance with company and industry standards.

• Direct the development and continuous improvement of operating procedures.

• Oversee the quality control and cost effectiveness of our vendors. Initiate and terminate vendor relationships as necessary.

• Provide direct, on-site leadership to the team on a daily basis.

• Ensure personal professional development is continuously active at all staff levels.

• Directly manage the technical Subject Matter Experts (Electrical, Mechanical, and Controls) in addition to the first line staff manager(s).

• Manage the performance of all staff on the Data Center Operations team.

• Foster a collaborative team culture built on mutual respect and a shared mission to be the best data center operators in our industry.

• In collaboration with the Human Resources manager, performing the functions and planning regarding shift cycles, people and resource deployment, payment, salaries, and other related staff activities, as they may arise

• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Unwavering dedication to your team in support of their personal safety, morale, professional development, and operational capabilities.
• 10 years of experience in a mission critical environment.
• A relevant ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology may be substituted for up to 4 years of experience.
• 2 years of experience as either a first-line manager of critical environment staff, or as a technical subject matter expert.
• Experience mentoring and developing supervisors in a multidisciplinary critical environment.
• Proven success as the sole decision maker on cross functional teams with minimal guidance.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical, mechanical, controls, and fire suppression/alarm systems associated with mission critical environments.
• Ability to take command of major critical infrastructure events and rapidly lead internal and external teams to a stable condition.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. Must be able to respond effectively to sensitive issues, complex inquiries, or complaints.
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Willingness and desire to achieve all the preferred qualifications below and continue your own professional development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Master HVAC or Electrician license
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Strong understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), and power metering systems.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills, with the ability to determine event root causes, performance shortfalls, and required corrective actions.
• Experience with the development, commissioning, and acceptance of mission critical systems.
• Background in the data center industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lifting requirements are intermediate and may be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 50 - 75 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to frequently stand; walk; use hands, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

TRAVEL

• Limited travel may be required in this position - typically < than 5% annually.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be willing to submit to a full criminal background check, the results of which may or may not bar employment, following applicable state and federal laws.
• Must be willing to submit to a drug screen, with which results will be interpreted and applied to an employment eligibility determination following applicable state and federal laws.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!

Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@salute.com for more information. (For specific Recruitment related questions, please contact our Talent Acquisition department at recruiting@salute.com.)

Compensation & Benefits Disclosure

The base salary range for this role is $72.00 to 78.59 per hour. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire, based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and market/location. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), gym discount, mental health, Discounted Group Life & AD&D, Discounted Group Short & Long-term Disability, 401(k) retirement matching, PTO/paid holidays, and parental leave. Final compensation will be determined by job‑related factors consistent with applicable law.

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