Who are we?
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
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Data Center Critical Facilities V
Job Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing critical facility infrastructure in data centers. These facilities support hospitals, laboratories, and public safety centers, so it's crucial that they remain operational at all times.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on critical facility components and systems
- Repair, maintain, and inspect critical facility systems
- Monitor and resolve alarms using the Building Monitoring System
- Operate and maintain plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems
- Implement energy efficiency measures
- Assist in coordinating critical infrastructures
- Use judgment and initiative to complete assignments and make recommendations for solutions
- Coordinate and direct vendors for maintenance tasks
- Assist with creating and submitting maintenance scripts
- Track and approve work by service providers for critical maintenance
- Update technical files for plants and equipment
- Create site logs and gather data for permits
- Identify and recommend solutions for Single Points of Failure
- Respond to on-site incidents, perform Root Cause Analysis, and support on-site staff
- Ensure processes and procedures are followed
- Complete skilled work requests and circuit installations
- Troubleshoot and maintain office equipment if necessary
- Make changes to mechanical, electrical, and specialized systems as directed
- Carry out complex infrastructure projects
- Support life cycle maintenance and critical replacements
- Collaborate with others to resolve facility incidents
- Mentor team members on maintenance activities
- Manage inventory needs for critical parts and equipment
- Mentor others in resolving incidents
Qualifications
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and have manual dexterity
- Flexibility to work different shifts, respond to emergencies, and fill in for colleagues
- 1 to 3+ years of experience preferred
- High School Diploma
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.