Data Center Critical Facilities IV

Equinix is the worlds digital infrastructure company shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed human connection is valued and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

The Critical Facilities Engineer IV has a strong understanding of data center operations and supports a wide range of engineering activities across facility systems. This role requires sound judgment in troubleshooting issues making recommendations and executing maintenance and operational tasks. The focus is on maintaining reliable safe and efficient operations by applying a solid understanding of standard operating procedures while contributing to overall site performance and team success.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility components and systems to ensure reliable and continuous operations.
• Execute repairs maintenance activities installations and onsite inspections across facility infrastructure supporting energy efficiency initiatives where applicable.
• Monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and respond to alarms applying sound judgment and technical knowledge to identify and resolve issues in accordance with procedures.
• Operate and maintain plumbing fire suppression and lifesafety systems in line with site and regulatory standards.
• Support the operation of critical infrastructure escalating complex or highrisk activities to senior engineers when required.
• Perform daytoday operational tasks with limited supervision and receive general guidance for new or nonroutine assignments.

• Support the work approval and oversight process for service providers performing maintenance activities including prework briefings monitoring execution and reviewing completed work.
• Ensure vendor maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with site procedures safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with vendors to update technical documentation drawings and asset records ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Prepare and maintain site documentation and permit records including Maintenance Operation Protocols (MOPs) and operational scripts.
• Identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) within facility systems and recommend actions to improve reliability and resilience.
• Respond to onsite incidents including equipment failures operational issues and service disruptions following established incident management procedures.
• Apply strong knowledge of operating procedures to support onsite administration and compliance activities.

• Complete operational work orders and support system installations related to facility infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and maintain auxiliary systems and equipment to minimize downtime and operational impact.
• Implement approved changes to mechanical electrical and specialized systems as directed.
• Participate in infrastructure upgrades maintenance programs and site improvement projects.

• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to resolve facility incidents and support operational activities.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on maintenance practices and operational procedures.
• Communicate inventory requirements and assist in maintaining appropriate stock levels of critical spare parts.
• Recommend facility or infrastructure improvements based on operational insights and identified risks.

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Electrical Mechanical or Building Services Engineering or relevant practical experience.
• Typically 24 years of experience in critical facilities data center operations or a comparable technical environment.

• Ability to complete handson operational tasks including work at height and in confined or tight spaces within a data center environment.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours including shiftbased schedules weekends night shifts and public holidays to support 24x7 missioncritical operations.