Job Posting End Date
05-25-2025
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees….the best in the business! We’re proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
Are you a skilled and motivated Critical Facilities Manager seeking a new opportunity in the New Albany and Columbus, OH vicinity? Join our team today!
Job Description
What you’ll do:
Supervise and direct non-exempt supervisors, Data Center Maintenance Technicians and senior level employees and/or contractors engaged in skilled work involving the operation, maintenance, repair, alteration, and additions to critical facilities that include multiple data centers, Transmission Operation Centers. Systems include but are not limited to: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical building systems, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, building furnishings and site improvements. Plans and schedules maintenance of all described facilities. Responsible for employee work schedules, training, development of PMR's, employee coaching, training, salary, and merit adjustments.
•Lead and direct all data center maintenance Technicians to perform preventative/predictive maintenance on, troubleshoot, repair, install and operate various types of HVAC-related equipment, emergency generators, and general building mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment, electronic components, and general building control systems in accordance with manufacturer operating manuals, industry standards and mechanical, electrical, UPS, generators, plumbing and building codes.
•Ensure the root cause of facility problems are identified and repaired quickly. Perform this work as required.
•Lead the maintenance and scheduling of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment, including Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/ STS units, PDU/PMM units, Chillers, Air handing units and CRAC units. Schedule the Data Center Maintenance Technicians' team for coverage of maintenance, quality operations, and immediate response to problems and issues.
•Lead in the operation monitoring and immediate response to abnormal conditions in facilities systems.
•Manage and lead the work of, communicate effectively with, and/or assist others, including contractors, engaged in maintenance, construction and operation activities. Ensure work is completed in compliance with contract terms and conditions and in accordance with company safety, security, environmental and conduct rules.
•Oversee completion of daily inspections of all data center infrastructure equipment. Provide systems availability monitoring and reporting. Maintain records, including inspection documentation, and submit reports as required.
•Ensure Computerized Maintenance Management System data accuracy.
•Plan for annual critical facility black starts and other maintenance that needs planned outage.
•Work with management and employees to develop and communicate Data Center processes and guidelines that ensure consistent and reliable services.
•Initiate and coordinate updates to critical Business Continuity and Emergency Response Plans,
•Audit compliance and remediation as assigned.
•Schedule employees work including rotating schedules, weekend work and night shifts. Coordinate coverage fill-in when necessary.
•Possess initiative with the ability to handle multiple projects at any given time.
•Identify, prioritize and make recommendations on issues that must be addressed to maintain safe, continuous critical operations.
•Lead Data Center Maintenance Technicians' teams in skill development. Coach and provide feedback for continued improvement.
•Promote and enforce the company’s Safety and Health policies, programs and guidelines.
What we’re looking for:
Education:
•High School diploma or GED required.
Experience:
•Minimum four (4) years’ experience as a Data Center Technician or nine (9) years equivalent experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing or carpentry.
Licenses/Certifications:
•Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. Successful completion of the Construction and Skilled Trades test (CAST) is required.
Other requirements:
•Automation Software Proficiency: Familiarity with software tools used for monitoring and controlling mechanical systems (Building Automation Systems (BAS), Power Monitoring Expert (PME) etc.)
•Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose and resolve issues in mechanical and automated systems.
•Electrical Knowledge: Basic understanding of electrical systems and circuits related to data center operations.
•Must be a licensed electrician, a licensed HVAC technician, have a CFC refrigerant certification or have relevant proven knowledge and have performed required duties. (Available licenses vary by State)
•CRAC technical training / certification from the OEM equipment manufacture along with UPS system training / certification from the OEM manufactures preferred. Must be willing to pursue the certification. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills.
•Overtime required. Overnight travel may be required. As a member of an on-call rotation, provide emergency response as needed.
•Requires working indoors and outdoors in all weather.
•Requires the ability to utilize a computer.
•Demonstrated ability to plan black starts and other maintenance outage work.
•Experience in developing/writing business continuity plans
In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$112,869.00-146,730.50 USD
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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