Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer - Atlanta GA

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s 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. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Critical Facilities Engineer operates, manages, maintains, and repairs HVAC systems, critical and non-critical Power systems, plumbing, fire control and suppression, roofing system, exterior grounds and performs all related vendor support. This role assists with repairs, installations, inspections, and monitoring of building systems—including plumbing, fire suppression, safety systems, and the Building Monitoring System (BMS)—while following established operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately difficult preventative and corrective maintenance checks on-site to facility components
• Performs moderately difficult repairs, maintenance, installations and on-site inspections to facility systems
• Supports energy efficiency measures
• Maintains and evolves critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society
• Monitors the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and resolves moderately difficult alarm issues issues that require judgement in resolving while following standard operating procedures
• Operates and maintains plumbing, fire suppression, and safety systems
• Operates critical infrastructures under the supervision of more senior technical staff
• Supports the work approval process for service providers on moderately difficult maintenance work, for tracking: briefing at the start of work, work during the day workday/shift and final review of the work carried out
• Ensures vendor maintenance activities are carried out as per Equinix's standard operating procedures
• In cooperation with vendors, supports modifications to technical files for plants and equipment ensuring files and builds are up-to-date
• Performs routine work requests and circuit installations
• Troubleshoots and maintains office equipment (if necessary); supports auxiliary equipment and machines with problem solving and repairs to avoid/minimize downtime
• Makes minor changes to mechanical, electrical and specialized systems, as directed
• Carrries out infrastructure projects
• Collaborates with others to resolve moderately difficult facility incidents
• Provides stakeholders of inventory needs in order to maintain optimal stock levels of critical parts and equipment
• May recommend infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, certification, or coursework is a plus
• 2+ years of experience in HVAC
• 2+ years experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related technical environment
• Familiarity with work orders, site documentation, logs, or maintenance protocols (training provided as needed)
• Comfortable working with vendors and following established processes to support on-site maintenance activities
• Ability to work independently on routine tasks while collaborating effectively with team members
• Willingness to learn, take guidance from senior technicians, and support infrastructure projects as assigned

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn systems such as Building Monitoring Systems (BMS)

Pay Range

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is United States - AT4 Atlanta: $61,200 - $91,800 USD / Annual. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.