Data Center Building Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 10-hour shifts | 4 Days On / 4 Days Off
Reports To: Facility Manager

We are seeking a skilled Data Center Building Engineer to support the daily operations, maintenance, and reliability of critical infrastructure within a high-availability data center environment.

This position is responsible for monitoring, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining essential mechanical, electrical, and facility systems to ensure continuous uptime and optimal performance. The Building Engineer will also coordinate with outside vendors and contractors on specialized maintenance, repairs, and facility improvement projects.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with critical facility infrastructure, strong troubleshooting capabilities, and an understanding of the operational requirements associated with mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure to support uninterrupted data center operations and reliable service delivery to colocation customers.

• Perform routine facility inspections, monitor equipment performance, and ensure critical systems remain within established operating parameters.

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electrical systems with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and cost-effective operations.

• Utilize building automation and control systems to monitor and manage chilled water plants, HVAC equipment, cooling towers, water distribution systems, and fire protection systems.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems, identifying potential issues before they impact operations.

• Assist with minor facility repairs and improvement projects involving plumbing, HVAC equipment, electrical distribution, and building structures.

• Support troubleshooting, equipment repairs, and maintenance activities involving critical power and cooling infrastructure.

• Coordinate and oversee third-party vendors and contractors performing specialized maintenance, repairs, inspections, and facility projects.

• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures, equipment reliability, and overall facility operations.

• Follow established safety protocols and participate in ongoing safety training, technical development, and operational improvement initiatives.

• Provide limited assistance with facility security-related responsibilities as needed.

• Work collaboratively with the Lead Building Engineer and facility management to support daily operational priorities.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in a high-availability or mission-critical environment, such as a data center, manufacturing facility, hospital, or similar operation.

• Working knowledge of commercial or industrial HVAC systems, electrical distribution, and mechanical infrastructure.

• Familiarity with building automation systems, electrical controls, and pneumatic control systems.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, control ladder diagrams, blueprints, and equipment flowcharts.

• Experience using diagnostic and testing equipment, including volt/ohm meters, alignment and balancing tools, refrigerant leak detectors, and refrigerant recovery equipment.

• Understanding of critical infrastructure systems, including:

  • Parallel redundant UPS systems

  • Standby diesel generators

  • Large-scale chilled water and cooling systems

  • Automated building controls and associated troubleshooting

• Ability to follow established maintenance procedures, safety requirements, and operational standards.

• Ability to work from ladders, personnel lifts, and elevated work platforms and lift or carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or formal training in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered.

• Previous experience supporting data center critical facilities or colocation environments.

• Experience with electrical and pneumatic control systems.

• CFC/EPA refrigeration certification or license.

• Previous military experience, particularly in mechanical, electrical, or technical maintenance disciplines.

• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time position supporting a mission-critical data center campus.

• 10-hour shifts on a rotating 4-days-on / 4-days-off schedule.

• Hands-on work involving mechanical rooms, electrical equipment, cooling infrastructure, and other critical facility systems.

• Requires adherence to established safety procedures and the ability to perform physical maintenance activities, including climbing, lifting, and working around industrial equipment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This opportunity offers the ability to work directly with complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure in a mission-critical data center environment. The Building Engineer will gain exposure to sophisticated power and cooling systems while contributing to the reliability, efficiency, and continued operation of essential infrastructure.

We encourage candidates with strong mechanical and electrical backgrounds from data centers, healthcare facilities, industrial manufacturing, and other high-availability environments to apply

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. com171