Senior Data Center Critical Facility Engineer

Company: Equinix
Company: Equinix
Location: Elk Grove Village
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2023-05-03 16:18
Senior Data Center Critical Facility EngineerJob DescriptionEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 245+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 70+ quarters of growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,000+ networks and 3,000 cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  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.Job SummaryData Centers are considered Critical Facilities. This means that we support hospitals, laboratories, public safety centers. Simply put - We cannot go dark. In this crucial role, you will complete repairs, corrective maintenance, and routine installations of Critical Facility infrastructure.ResponsibilitiesYou will perform site inspections and supervise the building and Data Center alarmsPerforms preventative maintenance of on-site infrastructure (e.g. maintenance of primary infrastructures), or leads vendorsUndertake repairs and corrective maintenanceExtensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e. UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systemsCompletion of site logs and data gathering issuing for basic permits, such as MOPs and scriptsRespond to all on-site incidents and acts as the need arisesCompletes routine work requests and circuit installationsProvide assistance during critical maintenance activitiesYou are able to effectively collaborate within the department and provide recommendations to peers for general maintenance activitiesCarry out basic infrastructure projects24/7 Operation - Your flexibility to work any assigned shift, off-schedule, workmate, respond to emergencies, etc.QualificationsA natural curiosity and strong troubleshooting skillsExperience working in a critical facilityStrong system-level mechanical or electrical proficiencyYou are capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and are agile in manual dexterity (climb, stoop, et.) with or without an accommodation.4+ years experienceHigh School DiplomaEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and 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.  (Equal Opportunity / AA / Disabled / Veterans Employer).
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