Field Operations Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

As the industry leader in water technology, we’re growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world’s most vital resource.

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a Field Ops Manager with deep expertise in data center infrastructure—specifically in the commissioning and operation of cooling equipment related to liquid-to-liquid cooling applications, technical cooling systems (TCS), and coolant distribution units (CDUs). This role is pivotal in shaping our service and support strategy to ensure system assurance and operational excellence for our mission-critical customers.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
• Paid training held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL
• Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
• Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

As a key technical leader within the team, you will collaborate with engineering, product, sales, service, and customer success teams to define and implement a best-in-class service program that supports the full lifecycle of our cooling solutions—from new construction startup and commissioning efforts through ongoing operations.

Key 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 our 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.

Qualifications:

• 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 is a plus.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

Location / Travel Required:

• Preferred location is .; Open to candidates living anywhere in the . close to a major airport
• Travel up to 75%

About Nalco Water:

In a world with increasing water shortage and contamination challenges, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water each year. We work with customers across the world in the light industry (institutional, food & beverage, manufacturing, transportation, textile care, and global high tech) and heavy industry (chemical, downstream, paper, mining, power and primary metals industries) to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Nalco Water provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.

Anticipated Job Posting End Date:

11/09/2025

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

The total Compensation range for this position is $102,200-$153,200 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans(Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program,on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. for additional benefits information..

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.