Operations & Maintenance Manager at ON.energy

<div class="content-intro"><p>ON.energy is building the power infrastructure that makes the AI era possible. As AI demand surges past what the grid and traditional data centers can support, ON.energy provides a new class of power technology proven at gigawatt scale and trusted by the world’s leading cloud and AI companies. Our systems are already deployed across 2.5 GW of hyper-scale campuses, validated by top U.S. national labs, and certified for grid-safe operation by major utilities. With real products in the field, we’re scaling faster than the grid can, transforming power from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage for the companies building the future.</p></div><p data-start="0" data-end="79"><strong data-start="0" data-end="36">Operations &amp; Maintenance Manager, (</strong><strong data-start="39" data-end="77">Data Center Project — Amarillo, TX)</strong></p> <p data-start="0" data-end="79"><strong data-start="157" data-end="170">Job Location:</strong> Amarillo, TX (Relocation Available)</p> <p data-start="0" data-end="79"><strong data-start="124" data-end="144">Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Salary&nbsp;</p> <hr data-start="210" data-end="213"> <h3 data-section-id="1lh31cs" data-start="215" data-end="234">POSITION OVERVIEW</h3> <p data-start="236" data-end="679">ON.energy is seeking an experienced Operations &amp; Maintenance Manager to lead day-to-day field operations at our data center project in Amarillo, Texas. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing a high-performing field service team, ensuring asset reliability, and serving as the primary operational interface with the customer. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.</p> <hr data-start="681" data-end="684"> <h3 data-section-id="2km5i3" data-start="686" data-end="708">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3> <h4 data-section-id="ipl6uw" data-start="710" data-end="747">Team Leadership &amp; Daily Operations</h4> <ul data-start="748" data-end="1320"> <li data-section-id="tsg7t5" data-start="748" data-end="890">Direct the day-to-day activities of the field service technician team, including scheduling, task prioritization, and performance oversight.</li> <li data-section-id="wzckq5" data-start="891" data-end="999">Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all site personnel.</li> <li data-section-id="t0bgh4" data-start="1000" data-end="1135">Conduct regular team meetings, toolbox talks, and performance reviews to ensure alignment with project goals and ON.energy standards.</li> <li data-section-id="1q94ly6" data-start="1136" data-end="1320">Read and interpret applicable Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) to understand the team’s contractual responsibilities and ensure day-to-day operations are carried out accordingly.</li> </ul> <h4 data-section-id="1foqlhe" data-start="1322" data-end="1344">Safety &amp; Compliance</h4> <ul data-start="1345" data-end="1714"> <li data-section-id="35eq6z" data-start="1345" data-end="1506">Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring all team members adhere to established safety protocols, OSHA standards, and site-specific procedures at all times.</li> <li data-section-id="w8iztr" data-start="1507" data-end="1611">Enforce operational procedures and work instructions, conducting periodic audits to verify compliance.</li> <li data-section-id="oril72" data-start="1612" data-end="1714">Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation as required.</li> </ul> <h4 data-section-id="1wclw4y" data-start="1716" data-end="1736">Vendor Management</h4> <ul data-start="1737" data-end="2117"> <li data-section-id="u9n2s3" data-start="1737" data-end="1871">Analyze, qualify, and select third-party vendors and subcontractors to support maintenance, repairs, and specialty services on-site.</li> <li data-section-id="n7mrqk" data-start="1872" data-end="1996">Manage vendor relationships, evaluate performance, and ensure all contracted work meets quality, safety, and cost targets.</li> <li data-section-id="1msvmhs" data-start="1997" data-end="2117">Solicit and review bids, negotiate scope of work, and make recommendations for vendor selection and contract renewals.</li> </ul> <h4 data-section-id="18tq7y" data-start="2119" data-end="2166">Customer Reporting &amp; Relationship Management</h4> <ul data-start="2167" data-end="2569"> <li data-section-id="1hhaf8x" data-start="2167" data-end="2297">Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for the customer, providing regular operational updates and performance summaries.</li> <li data-section-id="1djqyo9" data-start="2298" data-end="2424">Prepare and deliver detailed operational reports, KPI dashboards, and maintenance summaries on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.</li> <li data-section-id="xq0pfq" data-start="2425" data-end="2569">Build and maintain a trusted, transparent relationship with the customer by proactively communicating issues, milestones, and recommendations.</li> </ul> <h4 data-section-id="1yiemmc" data-start="2571" data-end="2595">CMMS &amp; Data Integrity</h4> <ul data-start="2596" data-end="3079"> <li data-section-id="g4i61e" data-start="2596" data-end="2810">Ensure the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is accurately maintained and updated in real time, reflecting all work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, corrective actions, and equipment history.</li> <li data-section-id="9kaxcb" data-start="2811" data-end="2952">Enforce CMMS data entry standards across the team and leverage system data for planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li> <li data-section-id="2m61vd" data-start="2953" data-end="3079">Generate and analyze CMMS reports to identify trends, optimize maintenance schedules, and support asset lifecycle decisions.</li> </ul> <hr data-start="3081" data-end="3084"> <h3 data-section-id="13jsrdw" data-start="3086" data-end="3102">REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</h3> <h4 data-section-id="nq27tb" data-start="3104" data-end="3116">Education</h4> <p data-start="3117" data-end="3259">Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, Facilities Management, or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered</p> <h4 data-section-id="1w6p8mz" data-start="3261" data-end="3274">Experience</h4> <p data-start="3275" data-end="3418">5+ years of experience in operations and maintenance management, preferably within data center, energy, or critical infrastructure environments</p> <h4 data-section-id="1e7nnoc" data-start="3420" data-end="3433">Leadership</h4> <p data-start="3434" data-end="3542">Demonstrated experience managing and developing field service teams in a fast-paced, safety-critical setting</p> <h4 data-section-id="1gvs8tw" data-start="3544" data-end="3563">Technical Skills</h4> <p data-start="3564" data-end="3710">Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, UPS, generators, and data center infrastructure; familiarity with LTSAs and vendor contracts</p> <h4 data-section-id="1h9xzl8" data-start="3712" data-end="3731">CMMS Proficiency</h4> <p data-start="3732" data-end="3869">Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., IBM Maximo, UpKeep, Fiix, or equivalent); ability to enforce data discipline across a team</p> <h4 data-section-id="61lfla" data-start="3871" data-end="3888">Certifications</h4> <p data-start="3889" data-end="4024">Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR, OSHA 30, and NFPA 70E certifications upon hire; data center certifications (CDCP, CDCE) a plus</p> <h4 data-section-id="15pllmt" data-start="4026" data-end="4042">Communication</h4> <p data-start="4043" data-end="4188">Strong written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to present operational data and recommendations to customers and senior management</p> <p data-start="4043" data-end="4188"><strong>Location</strong></p> <p data-start="4043" data-end="4188">Must live within a daily commutable distance to site in Amarillo, TX (relocation bonus will be considered for candidates willing to relocate)</p> <hr data-start="2764" data-end="2767"> <h3>&nbsp;</h3><div class="content-conclusion"><hr> <p><strong>For US-based roles - What you’ll get:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Paid time off and company holidays&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>For Mexico-based roles - What you’ll get:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility</li> <li>Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days</li> <li>Major medical expenses and life insurance</li> <li>Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)</li> </ul> <p><strong>For all roles:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Professional development and growth opportunities</li> <li>Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy</li> <li>Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.</li> <li>Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li>Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.</li> </ul></div>