Critical Facilities Engineer

Critical Facilities EngineerEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ 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 20 years of continuous 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 2,100 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 SummaryIn this role you will perform preventive and reactive maintenance related to the infrastructure, manage sub-contractors and form an active part of a successful team that is committed to success.ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the Data Center Operations Engineering Supervisor, perform preventive and reactive maintenance related to the infrastructurePerform daily inspection site roundsUtilize the maintenance management system to ensure accuracy of data at all timesMonitor alarm systems and react to any alarms raisedPerform small repairsManage sub-contractors and ensure they follow rules set by EquinixPerform and follow up visual checksOn-Call service will be required (1 week/2 month)Understand, apply and enforce health and safety rulesQualificationsElectrical or Mechanical (Plumbing, Air conditioning or similar) Diploma with 2 years of experienceExperience with critical infrastructureBe able to perform small repairs (Electrical, mechanical and plumbing)Able to read electrical/mechanical drawingsFamiliar with computing/electronics tools to monitor the site (BMS, displays, etc...)Familiar with Office Pack (Word, Excel, etc...)Fluent in German and English (written/spoken)Being able to communicate in an efficient way, even during stressful situations, to provide clear written reports and establish clear processesFlexible (On-Call)Driving licenseEquinix 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, 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.