Data Center Facilities Engineer 2 - Sabey Data Centers

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4d • $95,335 - $143,003 • Onsite

About The Position

Another Source's client, Sabey Data Centers is recruiting a Data Center Operations Engineer 2 to join their team in Ashburn, VA. This role works a standard Monday–Friday day schedule supporting facility operations, with participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation to support incident response when needed. Who is Sabey Data Centers? Sabey Data Centers is a premier multi-tenant data center provider, setting the standard for operational excellence, efficiency, and sustained uptime. With over 20 years of expertise and three million square feet of mission-critical space, Sabey is the largest privately-owned data center owner and operator in the United States. Their cutting-edge facilities—located in Tukwila, WA (20 minutes outside Seattle); East Wenatchee, WA; Quincy, WA; New York, NY; Ashburn, VA; and Austin, TX, with a new location coming soon in Umatilla, OR—support top-tier financial institutions, technology giants, media powerhouses, and healthcare leaders, delivering unparalleled reliability, security, and scalability. By prioritizing sustainability and innovation, Sabey Data Centers continues to shape the digital infrastructure of the future. SDC is one of the few companies in the industry that both builds and operates its own facilities, giving employees a unique end-to-end view of the data center world. We foster a culture where people who are humble, hungry, and smart are truly valued, supported, and promoted from within. Sabey is deeply committed to being a responsible community partner, returning unused energy to grids and collaborating with local utilities for sustainable impact. While competitors may offer higher salaries, few can match Sabey's positive culture, purpose-driven mission, and long-term career growth opportunities. About the Ashburn Campus Sabey’s Ashburn campus sits in the heart of Northern Virginia’s data center corridor—one of the most concentrated hubs of digital infrastructure in the world. The facility supports enterprise and hyperscale customers who depend on uninterrupted power, cooling, and environmental stability to keep their platforms online. Operations teams at this campus play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency that Sabey customers depend on every day. Learn more here: SDC Ashburn About This Role The Data Center Operations Engineer 2 plays a hands-on role in maintaining and optimizing mission-critical infrastructure within Sabey’s data center environments. This role supports the day-to-day operations of mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems that keep customer equipment operating reliably. Working closely with the operations team, you will monitor facility performance, perform preventive maintenance, respond to system alerts, and help ensure the highest levels of uptime and operational excellence across the campus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications or coursework related to data center operations are a plus
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, or controls systems in a critical facilities environment
• Experience maintaining infrastructure in mission-critical facilities such as data centers, industrial plants, or similar environments preferred
• Ability to quickly learn complex facility systems using technical documentation and operations manuals
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and operational records
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across operations teams and external partners
• Comfort working in environments that require both preventive maintenance and rapid incident response
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high operational standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and related platforms
• Aptitude and willingness to learn and apply emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day operations of mission-critical infrastructure including power distribution, HVAC systems, and environmental controls
• Monitoring facility systems to ensure optimal environmental conditions for server operations
• Responding to alarms and system alerts, investigating root causes, and implementing corrective actions
• Performing routine and preventive maintenance on data center infrastructure and equipment
• Diagnosing abnormal system conditions and documenting incidents and resolutions
• Maintaining awareness of equipment health and operational status through monitoring platforms and dashboards
• Assisting with inventory tracking of hardware assets, including equipment specifications, serial numbers, and physical locations
• Supporting procurement and tracking of replacement parts and equipment when necessary
• Maintaining documentation related to equipment configurations, infrastructure layouts, and cable connections
• Coordinating with external vendors and contractors during equipment installations, upgrades, and maintenance work
• Supporting disaster recovery and business continuity readiness within the facility
• Participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation to support incident response and operational continuity
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reliability
• Staying current on emerging technologies and operational best practices within the data center industry
• Leveraging modern tools, including automation and AI platforms, to streamline operational tasks and documentation

Benefits

• Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for base medical and PPO dental plans and contributes up to $2,000 annually to a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure, plus 10 paid holidays and the ability to carry over unused PTO.
• Competitive, matched 401(k) retirement plan.
• Access to structured professional and personal development programs, including Thought Patterns for High Performance, Everything DiSC, and Built to Last.
• Sabey offers long-term career growth, internal mobility, and a culture where people who are humble, hungry, and smart are supported and promoted from within — something few competitors can match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED