Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer - Kent, WA

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Equinix is the worlds digital infrastructure company operating over 260 data centersacross the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinixs trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places partners and possibilities to scale with agility speed the launch of digital services deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value while supporting their sustainability goals.



Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providingan equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Job Summary

Do you want to be at the forefront of maintaining critical facilities infrastructure Would you enjoy being part of a close-knit team delivering outstanding service to our data center customers Then read on about the role and requirements for an Equinix Critical Facilities Engineer at our Kent location.

Data Centers are considered Critical Facilities. This means that we support hospitals laboratories public safety centers. Simply put - We cannot go this crucial role a Critical Facilities Engineer:

Responsibilities

Maintain data center infrastructure systems in a mission-critical high-risk and high-reliability environment using a variety of computer applications and information resources

Operate maintain and coordinate repairs to critical and non-critical facility components including HVAC (heating ventilation and cooling) electrical infrastructure plumbing uninterruptible power systems (UPS) fire control and suppression systems using documented procedures and change control system

Evaluate facility standards and practices to contribute and collaborate to achieve optimal and efficient operations for maintaining and monitoring facility systems with a continuous process-improvement mindset

Respond to emergency situations and incidents and ensure corrective measures are performed accurately and within service level agreement (SLA) requirements

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance work orders. Support auxiliary equipment and machines with troubleshooting and repairs to avoid/minimize downtime. Makes minor changes to mechanical electrical and specialized systems as directed

Monitor and resolve Building Monitoring System (BMS) alarm issues

Administer pre-approval process for vendors and visitors complete briefings on safety and security protocols at the start of work supervise vendors working on-site and complete final review of work performed and associated documentation. Ensure vendor maintenance activities are carried out as per Equinixs standard operating procedures. Cooperate with vendors in modifying technical files and drawings so systems and equipment are kept current

Author and review documentation for accuracy including Method of Procedure (MOP) Emergency Operating Procedure (EOP) Energized Electrical work (EEW) permits hot work permits etc. Identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and make recommendations for improvement(s) or emergency response(s)

Complete routine work tickets for power circuit connections & disconnects cage component modifications and installations and perform and document daily and weekly inspection rounds of plant.

Operate and maintain equipment and power tools to safely perform assigned work

Collaborate within the entire Equinix Operations organization to troubleshoot and resolve moderate to difficult facility issues

Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications

High School Diploma

Demonstrated commercial or military experience troubleshooting maintaining or installing HVAC electrical refrigeration or comparable electro-mechanical systems. Prior experience maintaining large-scale UPSs a plus

Ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical one-line diagrams

Adept at quickly learning new software and system apps. Prior experience with Maximo CMMS Building Management Systems (BMS) and/or Coupa purchasing system considered a plus

Demonstrated strength and experience using MS Office apps (Word Excel Outlook) to author reports procedures data tables work schedules and produce concise business communications with precision clarity and proper grammar

Experience working in a critical facility/mission critical or regulated environment requiring strict adherence to written procedures is strongly preferred

Perform all essential job functions including walking standing bending stooping ladder work lifting and manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation

Demonstrated understanding of basic safe work practices and ability to complete safety and first-aid training as assigned and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to arc flash safety clothing and gear hard hat dust mask or respirator eye protection safety shoes etc.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds unaided and work on ladders and rooftops

Able and willing to work day/swing/night shifts including overtime as needed to support 24/7 operations via 8 10 or 12-hour work shifts days evenings or nights. While your schedule is subject to change at any time due to business needs every possible effort is made to minimize and avoid sudden disruptions and ease into shift changes as they occur

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

California (Non-SF/Bay Area) Connecticut Maryland New York New Jersey Washington state: $67000 to $101000 per year


Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role level and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education and/or training.