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Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert

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Altoona, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2025
Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Lead Mechanical Specialist, Subject Matter Expert will be a part of the Facility Operations team. The candidate will lead and manage a team of mechanical SMEs who are the data center mechanical system technical operations experts. The candidate will need to be experienced in diverse technologies such as evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution, and fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems and electrical distribution. This candidate will be equipped with exceptional leadership and management skills that will be essential for team alignment to global strategies.


Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities:

  • Support the hiring, development and management of an onsite mechanical subject matter experts team.
  • Coordinate with Critical Operation Managers and the Facilities Technical Manager to provide support where needed.
  • Serve as a technical/consultative resource on mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment.
  • Support and oversee troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
  • Assist in authoring processes and procedures.
  • Develop key performance indicators and provide executive update summaries.
  • Analyze data to assist development of a predictive maintenance plan.
  • Lead the root cause analysis activities in area of expertise and provide executive level updates.
  • Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers on mechanical equipment and procedures.
  • Manage the relationships with critical vendors providing mechanical maintenance for operations.
  • Perform any additional services needed to meet the requirements of the facility in support of maintenance functions.
  • Travel to other data center regions will be required up to 20% of the time.



Minimum Qualifications:

  • 3 years of management experience
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years mechanical experience
  • High school diploma with 7 years mechanical Journeyman level experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings
  • Working knowledge of CMMS systems
  • Working knowledge of critical facilities operations
  • Job Conditions and Demands:
    • Regularly walk job site areas of flat and uneven terrain
    • Work at varying heights and from ladders
  • Regularly:
    • Use hands and fingers
    • Reach/push/pull with hands/arms/shoulders
    • Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
    • May lift and/or otherwise move 45 pounds or more



Preferred Qualifications:

  • 7 years’ experience in a data center or other critical environment
  • Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC)
  • Professional affiliations (7x24 Exchange, IFMA, Data Center Pulse, etc.)



About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.


Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$133,000/year to $190,000/year bonus equity benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Salary : $133,000 - $190,000

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