Data Center Director jobs in Arizona

Data Center Director directs and optimizes all operations of a data center facility to ensure data performance, availability, and security. Designs operating procedures and policies for installing, configuring, and maintaining servers, networks, and storage systems within a data center to maximize operational efficiency. Being a Data Center Director monitors environmental conditions to ensure optimal temperature, humidity, and power supply to prevent downtime and protect hardware from damage. Ensures timely, accurate, and consistent technical infrastructure service and presentation to internal and external clients. Additionally, Data Center Director coordinates with outside teams to identify and implement new systems to support existing and future business needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Data Center Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Data Center Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Data Center Engineering Operations Area Manager
  • Amazon Data Services, Inc.
  • Phoenix, AZ FULL_TIME
    • Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret or above
    • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline, or relevant experience.
    • 5 years of experience working in data centers with an emphasis on building and equipment operation
    • 3 years of experience in a management position with 5 or more direct reports
    We are seeking an energetic Data Center Area Manager to serve as a technical resource and leader within Amazon data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. The Data Center Area Manager is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of all electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment within the data center. The Data Center Area Manager will assist in maintaining a high reliability and performance while keeping operating costs in facilities at a minimum. This equipment supports mission-critical servers and must maintain better than 99.999% uptime.

    This role acts as Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting. They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including electrical support equipment such as stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems that include but not limited to switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAC units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers/water chemical system, air handlers and associated systems, pumps, and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire suppression systems, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.

    Responsibilities
    • Oversee all aspects of the data center's critical physical infrastructure. Ensure that all work performed within the space is done to high quality and without impact to internal/external customers
    • Manage teams of 24x7 engineering technicians in all facets of their career
    • Engage in improvement projects, often requiring reaching out to a variety of support teams, and drive them from conception to completion
    • Coordinates daily with a multitude of third party vendors ensuring adherence to contracted SLAs
    • Effectively and efficiently manage the operations budget and expenditures
    • Routinely operate as the afterhours on-call Data Center Area Manager for the data centers in the region. This will include responding to any issues within the data centers and managing the investigation, mitigation, and recovery of the issue(s)
    Physical Requirements:
    • Walk jobsites in uneven terrain.
    • Work at heights and from ladders.
    • Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or craw.
    • Regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
    • Carry objects weighing up to 49 pounds for short distances
    • Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration.
    • Respond to off hour emergency calls.
    • Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
    • Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment
    • Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
    • Bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working
    • Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired
    • Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects
    • Apply muscular force quickly to objects and equipment
    • Push or pull heavy objects into position
    • Work in a noisy environment
    • Work at depths, such as under raised floors
    • This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. citizen and must possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance.
    We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

    Phoenix, AZ, USA

    Preferred Qualifications

    • An excellent understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units
    • Proven track record of people management and developing teams
    • Ability to solve problems at their root, stepping back to understand the broader context.
    • Has a strong aptitude for trouble shooting and problem solving
    • Ability to maintain SLAs through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting
    • Ability to follow accurate and complete support procedures, system documentation, and issue tracking entries
    • Shows good judgment and instincts in decision making
    • Ability to prioritize in complex, fast-paced environment
    • Proactively and continually improve your level of knowledge about Amazon business and relevant technologies
    • Able to demonstrate their ability to take ownership of technical issues brought to them by their customer base. If they are unable to resolve certain issues by themselves, can demonstrate a willingness to actively engage other support teams to drive it to resolution.
    About AWS
    Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud
    platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers
    from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and
    services to power their businesses.

    Inclusive Team Culture
    Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups
    foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing
    events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity
    (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop
    celebrating our uniqueness.

    Work/Life Balance
    This team supports 24/7 systems in a classified environment, and periodic on-call duties
    with ability to drive into workplace for critical events/needs will be required.

    Mentorship & Career Growth
    We have a career path for you no matter what stage you’re in when you start here. As we
    strive to become Earth’s Best Employer, we know we must continuously raise our
    performance bar. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and
    other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded
    professional.

    Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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Data Center Engineering Operations Technician, DCC Communities
  • Amazon Data Services, Inc.
  • Mesa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • High school or equivalent diploma 2 years of electrical and/or mechanical experience OR 2 years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: nuclear power/navy, hospital, military facility,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director of Operations
  • Aligned Data Centers
  • Phoenix, AZ FULL_TIME
  • DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides senior leadership to drive strategic vision for Aligned’s datacenters, including Critical Facilities Operations, Preventative Maintenance, Commissioning, Infrastr...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Data Center Operations Supervisor, Critical Facilities- Phoenix, AZ (Mesa)
  • NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.
  • Mesa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • We are opening New Data Centers in Mesa, AZ! Be a part of our growing team! https://services.global.ntt/en-us/services-and-products/global-data-centers/global-locations/americas/phoenix-ph1-data-cente...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Data Center Technician - Critical Facilities Maintenance - Phoenix, AZ (Mesa)
  • NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.
  • Mesa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTIONWe are opening new Data Centers in Mesa, AZ! Come join our growing team!!https://services.global.ntt/en-us/services-and-products/global-data-centers/global-locati...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Senior Director, Construction, NA
  • Vantage Data Centers
  • Phoenix, AZ FULL_TIME
  • About Vantage Data CentersVantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one anot...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Case Manager
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Houston, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Case Manager
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Houston, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Case Manager
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • Houston, TX
  • At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional exper...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Marketing Revenue
  • San Antonio Express-News
  • We are seeking a self-motivated, dynamic, and versatile professional to lead and grow revenue through our Strategic Acco...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technology Support Manager
  • CrossFirst Bank
  • Leawood, KS
  • With over $7 billion in assets, CrossFirst Bank serves the financial needs of businesses, professionals and their famili...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrator, Laboratory Services
  • NYC Health + Hospitals
  • New York, NY
  • About NYC Health + Hospitals: Since 1875, South Brooklyn Health has established its reputation for clinical excellence a...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plant Director
  • Novares Group
  • Walworth, WI
  • ABOUT NOVARES: Based in France, Novares is a global supplier of plastic solutions that designs and manufactures complex ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Data Center Delivery Director
  • GLP
  • Seattle, WA
  • Data Center Delivery Director Department: Data Centers Employment Type: Full Time Location: Seattle Compensation: $180,0...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Data Center Director jobs
$182,136 to $239,834

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