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Data Center Critical Infrastructure Specialist

CPS Energy
United States, Texas, San Antonio
May 19, 2025
Data Center Critical Infrastructure Specialist

Date: May 16, 2025

Location:
San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company:
CPS Energy

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve. Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!


Pay Grade

13

Deadline to apply: May 26, 2025

Position Summary

Data Center Critical Infrastructure Specialist is responsible for the execution of strategic planning, ensuring reliability of critical systems, and overall data center operations. This position focuses on redundancy in critical systems including HVAC, life safety, and electrical infrastructure, in compliance with industry standards.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Schedule and oversee routine testing and preventative maintenance of electrical, HVAC and Life Safety Systems in collaboration with in-house teams and contractors.
  • Document maintenance activities and ensure timely execution of corrective action based on test results.
  • Participate in root cause analysis for systems failures and implement preventive measures.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards, including proper implementation of lockout tagout (LOTO) procedures for all maintenance activities.
  • Develop and maintain electrical processes. EOP, SOP, MOP for electrical work.
  • Manage the operation, maintenance, and optimization of HVAC systems to ensure optimal temperature and humidity levels within the data center.
  • Conduct regular inspections and testing of HVAC systems documenting findings and scheduling necessary repairs or upgrades.
  • Create and maintain up-to-date documentation of HVAC procedures, including emergency operating procedures or system failures.
  • Ensure all life Safety systems, including fire alarm and suppression systems are fully operational and comply with local regulations.
  • Participate in regular tabletop drills and training sessions for staff on emergency protocols and system functionality.
  • Work with contractors to perform routine testing and inspection of Electrical, HVAC and Life Safety equipment, and documenting results.
  • Implement redundancy strategies on the job site for critical systems to ensure reliability and prevent outages, including UPS systems, backup generators, and HVAC systems.
  • Monitor and analyze system performance metrics to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
  • Coordinate with external contractors for specialized services, ensuring all work meets established safety standards and quality expectations.
  • Review scope of work for clarity and compliance with data center policies.
  • Maintain effective communication with contractors throughout project life cycles, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Help develop detailed processes maps for all critical systems, ensuring clarity and workflows and operational procedures.
  • Help create an update SOP, MOP, and EOP for various systems and operational processes, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
  • Maintain and organize repository for all documentation, making it easily accessible for staff and auditors.
  • Manage the building management system (BMS) to monitor and control HVAC, lighting, and other critical infrastructure components.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Strong knowledge of facility critical infrastructure systems, to include but not limited to generator, UPS, switchgear, HVAC, and fire protection.
Poses an understanding of electrical, mechanical and fire life safety systems used in data center environment, including, but not limited to the following:
Electrical distribution and layout, transformers, PLCS, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, STS, ATS, PDU's chill water systems, crack units, pre-action sprinkler systems.
Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70 E, NFPA 72., NFPA 25, and compliance issue. As well as building codes regarding fire life safety.
Current knowledge in industrial safety best practices. Lockout tagout, arc flash protection, OSHA and state regulations.
Ability to work with people from various disciplines with varying degrees of technical skills in a professional manner.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude while adapting to quickly changing demands.
Demonstrated hands on experience installing, maintaining and or troubleshooting large commercial and industrial systems, including:
Chill water system, large centrifugal chillers, Cooling towers, heat exchangers, water treatment systems, VFD, HVAC equipment, crack unit, humidification systems, water heaters, water, air filters, BMS and PLC controls;
Emergency standby diesel generator systems, fuel/ oil systems, 480/277 and 2O8/120, electrical generation and distribution. UPS Systems, and double interlock pre-action systems.
Pass a security background check as prescribed by NERC.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to coordinate, supervise and communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on these systems.
Must be customer service oriented.
Ability to operate in and promote a team driven environment.
Conduct regular assessments, drills, and tests to evaluate infrastructure redundancy and resilience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail, and scheduling.
Ability to act calmly, quickly, and effectively in emergency.
Ability to work overtime, including weekends and call duty.
Ability to work energized circuitry and in close proximity of energized equipment.
Will be required to work during emergency conditions.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Must possess a journeyman electrician license from the state of Texas.
  • Comprehensive experience in data center infrastructure, with a focus on electrical systems.
  • Strong knowledge of Power Distribution systems, redundancy practices, and critical infrastructure monitoring.
  • Experience with uninterruptible power systems., generators, and backup systems.
  • Familiarity with data center cooling systems and energy management best practices.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to obtain a Thermographer Level 1 certificate.

Competencies
Demonstrating Initiative
Managing Resources
Communicates Effectively
Driving for Results
Working Safely
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chem, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. After hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking & standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.





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