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Manager - Critical Facilities & Data Center Maintenance

Electric Reliability Council of Texas

Taylor, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,726–$157,616 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Budget Management, Building Codes, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Security, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Control Systems, Crisis Management, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems, Electricity, Emerging Technology, Employee Relations, Facilities Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Fire Safety, Genetics, Global Mobility Specialist, HVAC, High Voltage (HV), Home Automation, IT Service Management (ITSM), Interpersonal Skills, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certified, Leadership, Life Safety Systems, Load Balancing, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Network Operations Center, Nonprofit, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Plumbing, Power Engineering, Preventative Maintenance, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Tracking, Property Management, Regulatory Compliance, Retail, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Schematics, Software Engineering, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), State Laws and Regulations, Switchgear, System Operations, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Vendor/Supplier Management, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
Taylor, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. JOB SUMMARY Oversight of maintenance operations and infrastructure performance across multiple critical sites, including large-scale data centers. This role ensures optimal functionality, compliance, and reliability of electrical, mechanical, and physical infrastructure for data centers. The ideal candidate is a licensed Master Electrician with proven leadership experience and technical knowledge in managing mission-critical facilities. JOB DUTIES Oversee the electrical infrastructure of the organization’s buildings and data centers, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and national codes. Lead and supervise the team in day-to-day building and data center operations, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and general facility upkeep. Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for high-voltage systems, emergency power systems (UPS, generators), and switchgear operations. Manage and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance programs across all facilities, with a focus on uptime and operational efficiency. Collaborate with IT, security, and operations teams to support the unique needs of critical data center environments. Develop and maintain documentation, including SOPs, MOPs, and safety procedures related to facility maintenance and electrical systems. Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and internal policies, including NFPA, OSHA, NEC, and local building codes. Ensure adherence and compliance to applicable CIP standards Participate in capital project planning, vendor management, and infrastructure upgrades. Respond to and lead the resolution of emergency maintenance situations and after-hours incidents. Track and report performance metrics, maintenance logs, and infrastructure reliability indicators. Maintains and reviews vendor designs, blueprints, plans and proposals to ensure compliance with agreed upon specifications Manage the budget for maintaining, upgrading, or replacing buildings and infrastructure across multiple sites. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff members in other departments. CORE COMPETENCIES Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams Crisis management and rapid decision-making capabilities under pressure Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills EXPERIENCE Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in facilities maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role Valid Master Electrician license (State of Texas) Extensive hands-on experience in large-scale data center or mission-critical environments Deep knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including power redundancy, load balancing, and failure modes Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) EDUCATION Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field Familiarity with environmental control systems (HVAC/BAS), fire life safety systems, and building automation technologies Experience with building management systems (BMS), dcTrack or similar infrastructure monitoring tools Project management certification (e.g., PMP) or trade certifications (e.g., NICET, LEED) CERTIFICATION Valid Texas Driver's License (Required) The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law. Expected Salary Range: $92,726 - $157,616 The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 27 million Texas customers - representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. As the independent system operator for the region, ERCOT schedules power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generating units. ERCOT also performs financial settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice areas. ERCOT is a membership-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, governed by a board of directors and subject to oversight by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature. ERCOT's members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities (transmission and distribution providers,) and municipal-owned electric utilities. ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan. The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire. Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future. The ERCOT Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional work environment. Each intern will receive unique projects and assignments that aim to solve real challenges facing the electric industry. ERCOT internships provide professional learning experiences that offer meaningful, practical work related to each student's desired career path. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in an academic bachelors or post graduate degree program maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The ERCOT Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a 12- to 16-month, self-paced program geared toward entry-level engineers looking to start a career in the power industry. Through the program, an EDP Engineer receives one-on-one mentoring, specialized training, and exposure to the work performed by each of the engineering groups at ERCOT. The program allows engineers to develop the fundamental skills necessary to reach their full potential while gaining an understanding of the types of engineering work ERCOT has to offer. EDP management supports participants each step of the way as they progress through the program. Upon completion, graduates are placed as full-time engineers within one of ERCOT’s engineering groups. The GMS Development Program (GDP) is designed to provide entry-level and early career professionals with the skills necessary to become successful Power System and Computer Engineers. The program, which is based in ERCOT’s Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) Department, will provide experience in day-to-day work and instruction in the fundamentals of electric power systems engineering, grid and market applications, software programming, and IT service and operations management. The GDP offers one-on-one mentoring, training, field trips, and special assignments. These assignments allow GDP engineers to become knowledgeable and familiar with the various business areas at ERCOT. The GMS leadership team prepares GDP engineers for a future career at ERCOT in power systems and computer engineering. The System Operator Development Program (ODP) is intended to combine real-time daily operations in an exciting work setting to prepare participants with the vital skills necessary to be successful in such a critical position — providing 24x7x365 on-demand support to manage the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers. If you are new to the industry, this program introduces you to the Bulk Electric System by combining introductory courses with the NERC Certification Exam Preparation Program in preparation to pass the NERC Certification Exam.

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