Mechanical Operations Supervisor

Mechanical Operations Supervisor

Location: Vineland, New Jersey

Work Setting: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, with flexibility for shift coverage and emergency support

About DataOne

DataOne designs, develops, and operates sustainable AI Factories, bringing together energy, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence at industrial scale. With operations in the U.S. and internationally, we deliver large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we're looking for people who want to bring their experience, ideas, and perspective to meaningful projects and help shape what comes next at DataOne.

About the Job

DataOne is hiring a Mechanical Operations Supervisor to oversee daily mechanical operations, maintenance activities, and technical personnel at our Vineland data center. This position is responsible for supervising mechanical engineers and technicians, coordinating maintenance activities, and supporting the safe and reliable operation of critical cooling and mechanical infrastructure.

You'll work closely with the Mechanical Manager, Operations, contractors, and vendors to oversee daily work, respond to mechanical incidents, and support equipment reliability. This role also includes employee development, safety oversight, and maintaining operational standards within a mission-critical environment.

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily operations of chilled-water systems, centrifugal and screw chillers, pumps, cooling towers, dry coolers, heat exchangers, CRAC/CRAH units, and associated mechanical infrastructure.
• Supervise mechanical engineers and technicians, including daily assignments, scheduling, shift coverage, performance feedback, and employee development.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment inspections, and mechanical rounds using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Monitor cooling system performance, equipment alarms, operational redundancy, and system conditions using Building Management Systems (BMS) and other monitoring platforms.
• Lead initial response to mechanical incidents, direct troubleshooting and equipment restoration activities, and escalate critical issues in accordance with established procedures.
• Coordinate mechanical contractors, vendors, and equipment manufacturers during maintenance, repairs, inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor critical spare parts, refrigerant records, water treatment supplies, and chemical inventories to support equipment maintenance and operational readiness.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, incident reports, shift handovers, corrective-action trackers, and operational updates.
• Coordinate technical training, assess employee competency, and support the development and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Methods of Procedure (MOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs).
• Enforce mechanical safety requirements, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work procedures, confined-space protocols, refrigerant handling, PPE, and stop-work procedures.

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical experience in mission-critical facilities, including data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, power plants, or heavy industrial environments.
• 2+ years of experience supervising or leading mechanical technicians or technical maintenance personnel.
• Strong knowledge of chilled-water systems, chillers, pumps, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), cooling towers, dry coolers, heat exchangers, Fan Distribution Units (FDUs), and CRAC/CRAH equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydronic systems, including pressure maintenance, water treatment, softeners, degassers, and glycol systems.
• Experience using BMS and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to monitor equipment, review trends, and troubleshoot system alarms.
• Experience leading mechanical incident response, coordinating maintenance activities, and working with CMMS, SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification and OSHA 30 certification, or the ability to obtain OSHA 30 certification within 90 days of employment.
• Strong communication, documentation, and supervisory skills, including the ability to prioritize maintenance activities and make decisions during critical incidents.

We recognize that experience and skills can come from different paths. Relevant professional, hands-on, educational, military, trade, and industry experience may all provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed at DataOne.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale or colocation data center mechanical operations.
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent military technical training.
• Experience with construction-to-operations turnover, Level 3-5 commissioning, and integrated systems testing.
• Knowledge of liquid cooling technologies, including rear-door heat exchangers, Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs), and direct-to-chip cooling.
• Experience developing technical training programs, evaluating employee competency, or applying structured root-cause analysis methods.

What to Expect

• Flexibility to support shift coverage, extended hours, weekends, and mechanical emergencies as operational needs require.
• Participation in an on-call rotation for mechanical emergencies is required, including the ability to respond on-site within established response times.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs or ladders, and access mechanical rooms, cooling plants, rooftop equipment areas, and outdoor equipment yards. Work may involve lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical lifting equipment when appropriate. The position may involve exposure to operating machinery, elevated noise levels, varying temperatures, weather conditions, and elevated work areas. Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn, and all work must follow established safety procedures.

Benefits

Benefits

DataOne offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

DataOne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

DataOne prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and is committed to providing a workplace where employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity.