Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer IV
Equinix · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility systems and components
- Conduct repairs, installations, and on-site inspections to ensure operational reliability
- Monitor Building Management System (BMS) and respond to alarms using standard procedures
- Operate and maintain plumbing, fire suppression, and safety systems
- Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
- Assist in operating critical infrastructure under guidance of senior technicians
- Support vendor work approvals, including job briefings, execution tracking, and completion reviews
- Ensure vendor activities comply with established standards and operating procedures
- Maintain and update technical documentation in coordination with service providers
- Maintain site logs, permits, and documentation (e.g., MOPs, procedures)
- Identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and recommend improvements
- Respond to site incidents, including equipment failures or operational delays
- Support compliance and operational processes by following established procedures
- Complete routine work orders and circuit installations
- Troubleshoot and maintain auxiliary and office equipment as needed
- Perform minor system modifications (mechanical/electrical)
- Support infrastructure upgrades and site improvement projects
- Collaborate with team members to resolve facility issues and maintain uptime
- Communicate inventory needs to ensure availability of critical spare parts
- Share knowledge and provide guidance on general maintenance activities
- Contribute recommendations for infrastructure improvements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2–4 years of experience in facilities maintenance, data center operations, or a similar technical environment
- Experience in mission-critical environments (data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, or industrial facilities) strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing (MEP) systems
- Exposure to critical infrastructure such as power distribution, UPS systems, generators, or HVAC/cooling systems
- Experience monitoring and responding to BMS alarms or building systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and procedures
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance practices and basic troubleshooting