Job Description
Job Description
Location: Glens Falls, NY (with occasional travel to Wilton, VA)
Type: Contract-to-Hire
We are seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and preventative maintenance programs for a data center facility. This is a hands-on facilities role focused on maintaining and coordinating existing building infrastructure rather than engineering or system design.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building systems, including HVAC, cooling infrastructure, UPS systems, and DC power plants. Data center experience is preferred, but candidates from large commercial facilities, telecommunications sites, apartment complexes, or mission-critical environments will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee facility operations and ensure critical infrastructure remains operational and properly maintained.
- Coordinate and manage annual preventative maintenance schedules for site equipment and systems.
- Monitor and support HVAC and cooling systems, including CRAC/CRAH units and other data center cooling equipment.
- Manage maintenance activities related to UPS systems, DC power plants, backup power, and other critical facility infrastructure.
- Work with vendors and service providers to schedule and perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
- Review, approve, and track maintenance invoices and service-related documentation.
- Maintain accurate reporting using Microsoft Office applications.
- Ensure compliance with facility procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements.
- Support multiple sites as needed, including occasional travel between New York and Virginia locations.
Required Qualifications
- Experience managing or maintaining commercial, industrial, telecommunications, mission-critical, or large residential facilities.
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems, HVAC equipment, electrical infrastructure, and preventative maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with critical power systems such as UPS units, backup power systems, or DC power plants.
- Ability to troubleshoot facility-related issues and coordinate repairs with vendors and contractors.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, including reporting and invoice approval.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous data center facilities experience.
- Understanding of data center critical infrastructure and cooling systems.
- Familiarity with CRAC/CRAH units and other mission-critical HVAC systems.
- Experience supporting telecommunications facilities, central offices, network sites, or mission-critical environments.
- Facilities management certifications are a plus.