Data Center Operations Jobs in Wenatchee, WA (NOW HIRING)

Another Source's client, Sabey Data Centers is recruiting a Data Center Operations Engineer 2 (Electrical) to join their team in East Wenatchee, Washington. 

The standard work schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Participation in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule is required. 

This opportunity became available through an internal promotion—a reflection of Sabey's commitment to developing and advancing its people. As Sabey continues expanding its mission-critical infrastructure, they're looking for an experienced operations professional with a strong electrical background to help maintain the critical systems that power world-class data centers. If you're passionate about reliability, solving complex technical challenges, and working with cutting-edge infrastructure, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with an organization that promotes from within. 

Who is Sabey Data Centers? 

Sabey Data Centers is a premier multi-tenant data center provider, setting the standard for operational excellence, efficiency, and sustained uptime. With over 20 years of expertise and three million square feet of mission-critical space, Sabey is the largest privately-owned data center owner and operator in the United States. Their cutting-edge facilities—located in Tukwila, WA (20 minutes outside Seattle); East Wenatchee, WA; Quincy, WA; New York, NY; Ashburn, VA; and Austin, TX, with a new location coming soon in Umatilla, OR—support top-tier financial institutions, technology giants, media powerhouses, and healthcare leaders, delivering unparalleled reliability, security, and scalability. By prioritizing sustainability and innovation, Sabey Data Centers continues to shape the digital infrastructure of the future. 

SDC is one of the few companies in the industry that both builds and operates its own facilities, giving employees a unique end-to-end view of the data center world. We foster a culture where people who are humble, hungry, and smart are truly valued, supported, and promoted from within. Sabey is deeply committed to being a responsible community partner, returning unused energy to grids and collaborating with local utilities for sustainable impact. While competitors may offer higher salaries, few can match Sabey's positive culture, purpose-driven mission, and long-term career growth opportunities. 

About This Role 

As a Data Center Operations Engineer 2, you'll play a hands-on role in maintaining the critical infrastructure that keeps Sabey's data centers operating safely, efficiently, and with maximum uptime. You'll be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the electrical infrastructure that powers mission-critical operations while also supporting mechanical, HVAC, environmental, and building control systems. 

Working alongside an experienced operations team, you'll perform preventive maintenance, respond to critical incidents, support facility improvements, and help drive operational excellence across the campus. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, takes pride in maintaining highly reliable systems, and wants to continue growing within a company that invests in its people. 

Your Contribution Will Likely Include 

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mission-critical electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, ATS equipment, power distribution systems, and associated controls. 

• Support the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of data center mechanical, HVAC, environmental, and building automation systems. 

• Maximize facility uptime through proactive monitoring, preventive maintenance, and rapid response to operational issues. 

• Perform scheduled inspections, testing, equipment diagnostics, and preventive maintenance activities. 

• Monitor environmental conditions, power consumption, and equipment health using facility monitoring systems. 

• Respond quickly to alarms, troubleshoot abnormal operating conditions, implement corrective actions, and escalate issues when appropriate. 

• Develop, follow, and continuously improve standard operating procedures, emergency procedures, and maintenance documentation. 

• Maintain accurate equipment records, asset inventories, cable documentation, and maintenance logs. 

• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment installations. 

• Participate in disaster recovery planning, emergency response efforts, and business continuity initiatives. 

• Serve in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule and respond to critical facility incidents as needed. 

• Document incidents, perform root cause analysis, and recommend long-term corrective actions. 

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Leverage AI-enabled tools to streamline documentation, meeting notes, communications, and operational workflows. 

• Embody Sabey's core values while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. 

Experience You Will Bring 

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or coursework related to electrical systems, controls, or data center operations are a plus. 

• Experience maintaining mission-critical facilities with a strong emphasis on electrical infrastructure. 

• Experience working with electrical distribution systems such as switchgear, UPS systems, generators, ATS equipment, power distribution, or similar critical power systems is strongly preferred. 

• Experience supporting mechanical, HVAC, controls, or building automation systems is also valued. 

• Ability to quickly learn complex facility systems using operations manuals, technical documentation, and manufacturer resources. 

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.