Mechanical SME, Data Centers

Requirements:

• We need at least 4 years of technical experience in building engineering, with strong exposure to HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and production equipment repair and maintenance
• We require experience in data centers or raised floor environments
• We need strong customer service and interpersonal abilities
• We require Universal EPA 608 Certification
• We require CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
• We require any licenses mandated by the applicable authority
• We require working knowledge of computer applications such as Word and Excel
• We require 2 years of trade school training or a documented apprenticeship in a relevant craft
• We require a valid drivers license
• We need expertise in at least one craft area such as Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, or Material Handling Equipment
• We prefer familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety

Responsibilities:

• We oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems supporting data center operations
• We implement and maintain critical environment procedures and Method of Procedure processes
• We carry out regular performance reviews of facility mechanical and electrical systems
• We apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability
• We design and deploy cooling solutions suited to high-density server environments
• We assess and improve airflow management strategies
• We develop and execute preventive maintenance programs for critical infrastructure
• We lead root cause analysis for system failures and inefficiencies
• We implement corrective actions and system enhancements based on engineering evaluations
• We serve as the first point of contact for service-impacting events involving the mechanical plant
• We support troubleshooting and mitigation efforts during incidents
• We assist with creating root cause analyses
• We provide after-hours support for the mechanical plant on a 24x7 basis
• We propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness
• We evaluate and integrate green technologies for data center use
• We ensure compliance with industry standards and local regulations
• We oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits
• We keep current with data center best practices and emerging technologies
• We mentor and guide facility technicians and engineers
• We manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades
• We work with equipment vendors and service providers to maintain optimal system performance
• We communicate infrastructure status and improvement plans to executive management
• We perform call-in work and other duties as required

Technologies:

• Airflow
• Excel
• Support
• AI
• Incident Management
• Security

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JLL empowers people to shape a brighter future. We are a global real estate and investment management company focused on combining world-class services, advisory expertise, and technology to support our clients and communities. For this Mechanical SME - Critical Facilities role, we are seeking a technical leader for a large hyperscale data center, based on-site in Amarillo, TX and Claude, TX. The position offers a supportive culture and a comprehensive benefits package that may include a 401(k) with company match, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid parental leave at 100% of salary, paid time off and company holidays, and early access to earned wages through Daily Pay. We are an equal opportunity employer, we support reasonable accommodations, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

last updated 43 week of 2026