Critical Facilities Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Goodyear / Mesa / Avondale — on-site, shift work)
Compensation: $95,000–$150,000 + shift differential & on-call pay
Category: Operations / Critical Facilities • Full-time
The role
You'll operate and maintain the electrical and mechanical systems that keep a live data center running 24/7 — never letting the load drop. You'll be hands-on with the infrastructure, responding to alarms and leading planned maintenance across critical systems.
What you'll do
- Operate, monitor and maintain UPS, generators, switchgear, chillers, CRAH units and BMS/EPMS
- Execute planned preventive maintenance and method-of-procedure (MOP/SOP) work
- Respond to and troubleshoot critical alarms, minimizing risk to live load
- Escort and supervise contractors performing on-site work
- Maintain accurate logs, rounds and compliance documentation
What you'll bring
- 3+ years in a data center, hospital, semiconductor or other 24/7 critical facility
- Solid electrical and mechanical troubleshooting ability
- NFPA 70E awareness and a strong safety mindset
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights/weekends
Nice to have
- EPA 608, OSHA 30, or CDCP certification
- BMS/EPMS platform experience
- Military background (Navy nuke, Seabee, USAF/Army electronics/power-gen) — strongly encouraged to apply
Why this role
Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing data center metros in the US, with campuses opening across Goodyear, Mesa, Avondale and Peoria. Over half of operators report they can't find enough critical facilities staff — this is a role with security and a clear path to Chief Engineer.
Apply now / message me directly to hear more — interviews moving fast.