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Recruiter Data Center Operations at Infinitive

Infinitive Chicago, IL

Job Description

About InfinitiveInfinitive is a data & AI consultancy that enables global brands to deliver results through insights innovation and efficiency. We possess deep industry and technology expertise to drive and sustain adoption of new capabilities. We match our people and personalities to our clients culture while bringing the right mix of talent and skills to enable high return on investment.Infinitive has been named Best Small Firms to Work For by Consulting Magazine eight times and has also been named a Washington Post Top Workplace Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work and Virginia Business Best Places to Work.Role OverviewInfinitive is seeking a Recruiter with experience in hiring Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Engineering talent for Data Center Operations. This recruiter will support our Data Center Operations (DCO) practice by identifying and hiring top-tier candidates for highly specialized critical-facility roles that keep data centers running safely efficiently and at scale.This role requires strong technical understanding of facility power cooling electrical distribution mechanical systems and mission-critical infrastructure operations.Key ResponsibilitiesRecruiting & Talent StrategyOwn full-cycle recruitment for Data Center Mechanical & Electrical Operations roles including:Electrical Engineers (Data Center Critical Facilities)Mechanical Engineers (HVAC Cooling Chillers)Facility Engineers & Technicians (M/E)Critical Facility Managers / Site EngineersBuilding Management System (BMS) & EPMS SpecialistsUPS Generator and Power Distribution TechniciansHVAC CRAC/CRAH and Cooling Plant TechniciansCommissioning Engineers (Cx)Lead intake sessions to define technical must-haves key certifications shift/on-call expectations clearance requirements and operational context for each role.Ensure job descriptions interview scorecards and evaluation criteria align with Infinitives talent quality and culture standards.Sourcing & Talent PipelinesBuild deep sustained talent pipelines for critical mechanical and electrical engineering roles within hyperscale colocation and enterprise data centers.Apply advanced sourcing techniques and technical keyword strategies (e.g. MOP/SOP/EOP NFPA 70E PLC SCADA thermodynamics single-line diagrams).Identify candidates with experience in:Mechanical systems (HVAC chillers cooling towers CRAC/CRAH)Electrical systems (UPS switchgear PDUs breakers power distribution)Operations and maintenance in mission-critical environmentsIncident response safety protocols and complianceMaintain pipelines for cleared and non-cleared candidates.Candidate Evaluation & EngagementConduct high-quality technical screens with the ability to assess foundational and advanced M&E engineering knowledge including:Reading and interpreting electrical one-line diagramsMechanical system troubleshootingMOP/SOP/EOP creation and executionRoot-cause analysis on facility incidentsEnvironmental monitoring (BMS/EPMS SCADA)Power load balancing and thermal managementValidate candidate experience with shift-based work on-call rotations escalation procedures and uptime/availability expectations.Deliver a consultative empathetic candidate experience that reflects Infinitives values.Required Qualifications2 years of recruiting experience focused on Data Center Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or Critical Facilities Operations roles.Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in mission-critical environments.Ability to effectively engage with engineers technicians facility managers and commissioning professionals.Demonstrated success recruiting for high-urgency high-availability operational roles.Excellent communication technical curiosity and ability to translate complex engineering requirements into clear hiring criteria.Experience working in consulting MSP hyperscale or fast-growing engineering environments.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting data center programs for AWS Azure Google Meta or large colocation providers.Familiarity with commissioning (Cx) energy optimization ASHRAE guidelines and NFPA standards.Experience recruiting both contractors and full-time staff.Experience working in a high-volume fast-paced environment. Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Children Activity,Feed,ASP.NET,Corporate Strategy,Health And Safety Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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