Specialist, Data Center Operations

About the role

The Data Center 3N/2 Coordinator is responsible for delivering best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.). This role works primarily during the day shift but may be required to occasionally oversee work performed during after-hours maintenance windows.

Responsibilities

• Perform load analysis and balancing of critical data center electrical equipment, including UPS, PDU, ATS, and STS.
• Maintain up-to-date spreadsheets of UPS & PDU loads, along with panel schedules and available circuits.
• Design circuit layouts that maximize efficiency and reliability while minimizing costs.
• Install/facilitate installation of electrical circuits.
• Develop and oversee the execution of electrical methods of procedures.
• Update electrical panel schedules.
• Conduct routine checks of electrical equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Cooling requirements coordination with the Mechanical Team.
• Maintain up-to-date standard and emergency operating procedures on a shared drive and local copies on each piece of equipment.
• Analyze the operation of various electrical 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.
• Manage incidents and events that put the critical systems at risk.
• Work order management, including CMMS, Vendor Management, and Customer Facing Tickets.
• Understand and comply with emergency escalation procedures.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Physical Work Abilities & Requirements

• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead, including: Walking 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.

Required

• 1-2 years experience working in a data center/critical facility.
• Experience with building systems, including: UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgears.
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.

Desired

• Trained in NFPA70E