Building Engineer, Data Centers (Days)

About the role

The Data Center Operations Engineer is responsible for delivery of best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% uptime including:
  • Fire/life safety systems
  • Mechanical systems (HVAC, chillers, CRAC, CRAH, plumbing, controls)
  • Electrical systems including emergency backup systems (lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, primary switchgear, power distribution, transformers)
  • Hot water systems
• Monitor operation, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers; ventilating and water heaters; pumps, valves, piping, and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment
• Record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment
• Analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions, and take corrective action as required
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace
• Learn and understand the data center site in order to manage incidents and events that put the critical systems at risk
• Perform work order management, including CMMS, vendor management, and customer-facing tickets
• Understand and comply with emergency escalation procedures
• Perform additional job duties as required

Requirements

• Ability to traverse large, campus-like settings
• Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs
• Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment
• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights
• Ability to climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit
• Must be able to work different schedules
• Must be able to work holidays
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies
• 2+ years experience working in a data center/critical facility
• Experience with building systems, including: UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills
• Working knowledge of computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite, and CMMS

Preferred Skills

• Corrigo experience
• Universal EPA 608 certification
• Trained in NFPA 70E