Field Operations Manager at Ecolab

Naperville, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Water Technology, Data CentersIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience
  • 5+ years of experience in data center infrastructure, with a strong focus on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes
  • Hands-on experience with coolant distribution units (CDUs), liquid-to-liquid heat exchangers, and technical cooling systems
  • Proven track record in data center construction, startup, and operational support
  • Strong understanding of critical facility operations, including redundancy, uptime requirements, and risk mitigation
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment (preferred)
  • Possess a valid Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
  • Willingness to travel up to 75%

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert on data center cooling systems, with a focus on liquid-to-liquid heat exchange and CDU technologies
  • Provide strategic input into the design and development of service and support programs, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting protocols
  • Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams during new data center builds and retrofits to ensure seamless integration of cooling service programs
  • Develop and refine technical documentation, SOPs, and training materials for internal teams and customers
  • Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts for field issues and system performance
  • Advise on monitoring, telemetry, and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance system reliability and uptime
  • Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices in data center thermal management and sustainability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data Center InfrastructureLiquid-to-Liquid CoolingTechnical Cooling SystemsCoolant Distribution UnitsCommissioningInstallationMaintenanceTroubleshootingHeat Exchange

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Field Operations Manager role?

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package starting day 1, including medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, paid training, and a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use.

Is this Field Operations Manager position remote or flexible?

The role provides a flexible, independent work environment.

What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience is required, along with 5+ years in data center infrastructure focusing on mechanical systems, cooling technologies, and commissioning processes, plus hands-on experience with CDUs, liquid-to-liquid heat exchangers, and technical cooling systems.

What is the company culture like at Nalco Water for this role?

The company offers a flexible, independent work environment and emphasizes career development, collaboration across engineering, product, sales, service, and customer success teams, while tackling meaningful challenges in clean water, safe food, and healthy environments.

What makes a strong candidate for the Field Operations Manager role?

Strong candidates have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5+ years in data center infrastructure with expertise in mechanical systems, cooling technologies like CDUs and liquid-to-liquid heat exchangers, commissioning processes, and a proven track record in data center construction, startup, and operational support.

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