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.

Operations & Maintenance Manager
Data Center Project — Amarillo, TX

Department: Operations & Maintenance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Amarillo, TX (Relocation Available)

POSITION OVERVIEW

ON.energy is seeking an experienced Operations & 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership & Daily Operations

Direct the day-to-day activities of the field service technician team, including scheduling, task prioritization, and performance oversight.
Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all site personnel.
Conduct regular team meetings, toolbox talks, and performance reviews to ensure alignment with project goals and ON.energy standards.
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.

Safety & Compliance

Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring all team members adhere to established safety protocols, OSHA standards, and site-specific procedures at all times.
Enforce operational procedures and work instructions, conducting periodic audits to verify compliance.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation as required.

Vendor Management

Analyze, qualify, and select third-party vendors and subcontractors to support maintenance, repairs, and specialty services on-site.
Manage vendor relationships, evaluate performance, and ensure all contracted work meets quality, safety, and cost targets.
Solicit and review bids, negotiate scope of work, and make recommendations for vendor selection and contract renewals.

Customer Reporting & Relationship Management

Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for the customer, providing regular operational updates and performance summaries.
Prepare and deliver detailed operational reports, KPI dashboards, and maintenance summaries on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.
Build and maintain a trusted, transparent relationship with the customer by proactively communicating issues, milestones, and recommendations.

CMMS & Data Integrity

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.
Enforce CMMS data entry standards across the team and leverage system data for planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Generate and analyze CMMS reports to identify trends, optimize maintenance schedules, and support asset lifecycle decisions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Technology, Facilities Management, or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered

Experience

5+ years of experience in operations and maintenance management, preferably within data center, energy, or critical infrastructure environments

Leadership

Demonstrated experience managing and developing field service teams in a fast-paced, safety-critical setting

Technical Skills

Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, UPS, generators, and data center infrastructure; familiarity with LTSAs and vendor contracts

CMMS Proficiency

Hands-on experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., IBM Maximo, UpKeep, Fiix, or equivalent); ability to enforce data discipline across a team

Certifications

Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR, OSHA 30, and NFPA 70E certifications upon hire; data center certifications (CDCP, CDCE) a plus

Communication

Strong written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to present operational data and recommendations to customers and senior management

For US-based roles - What you’ll get:

Competitive salary + annual performance-based bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays

For Mexico-based roles - What you’ll get:

Competitive salary + annual performance bonus eligibility
Christmas Bonus (Aguinaldo): 30 days
Major medical expenses and life insurance
Paid time off and holidays (per local policy)

For all roles:

Professional development and growth opportunities
Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven team shaping the future of clean energy
Equal Opportunity: ON.energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
Accommodations: If you need an accommodation during the application process, email recruitment@onenergystorage.com
Benefits vary by role and location and are subject to change.

Operations & Maintenance Manager

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