IBX Critical Facilities Engineer IV

Equinix is one of the fastest-growing data center companies, with growing connectivity between clients worldwide. That’s why we're always looking for creative and forward-thinking people who can help us achieve our goal of global interconnection. With 200 data centers in over 24 countries spanning across 5 continents, we are home to the Cloud, supporting over 1000 Cloud and IT services companies that are directly engaged in technological innovation and development. We are passionate about further evolving the specific areas of software development, software and network architecture, network operations, and complex cloud and application solutions.

At Equinix, we make the internet work faster, better, and more reliably. We hire hardworking people like you who flourish with solving hard problems and give them opportunities to hone new skills, try new approaches, and grow in new directions. Our culture is at the heart of our success and it’s our authentic, humble, dedicated people who craft The Magic of Equinix. We share a real passion for winning and putting the customer at the center of everything we do.

Job Summary: In this role, you will complete repairs, corrective maintenance, resolve incidents, and routine installations.

Do you have a background in Electrical/Electrician, HVAC, and skilled Mechanical trades? This could be your next career move.

Responsibilities

• You will perform site inspections and monitor the building and IBX alarms
• Performs preventative maintenance on-site infrastructure (e.g., maintenance of primary infrastructures), or leads vendors
• You undertake repairs and corrective maintenance
• Comprehensive knowledge of critical infrastructure i.e., UPS, generator, BMS, chillers, life safety systems
• Completion of site logs and data gathering issuing for basic permits, such as MOPs and scripts
• You respond to all on-site incidents and acts as required
• Completes routine work requests and circuit installations
• You aid during critical maintenance activities
• You can effectively collaborate within the department and provide recommendations to peers for general maintenance activities
• You carry out basic infrastructure projects
• You can lift up to 50 lbs. and are agile in manual dexterity (climb, stoop, et.) to rack and stack equipment, as an example, with or without accommodation.
• 24/7 Operation - Your flexibility to work any assigned shift, off-schedule, fill in for workmate, respond to emergencies, etc.
• Previous data center / critical environment experience (Pharma, Nuclear, Power Plant, Hospital, etc.)
• EPA Certification preferred
• Electrical or Low Voltage State Contractor License
• Assist in directing external vendors per project or initiative such as general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment supplier, etc.
• Reviews electrical one-lines, construction drawing, and equipment datasheets
• Assist in leading projects or other engineering initiatives (i.e., coordinates regular meetings to discuss issues)

Skills/experience desired:

• Schneider, SquareD, Eaton, Vertiv, Caterpillar, Cummins, Smardt

• Electrical Switchgear Maintenance, Breaker Testing, NETA or NETA certification

• BCM / Branch Circuit Monitoring, DCIM / Data Center Infrastructure Management

• Modbus, BacNET

• VDF / Variable Frequency Drives

• PLC or Controls

• NPFA / NEC Arc Flash Certifications

• Project Mgt, Purchase Order writing

• Construction estimating

• Fire Alarms, Honeywell or Notifier

Equinix is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, and/or a qualified individual with disability.

At Equinix, we’re tasked with leading in the communities we serve — and doing our part to help keep our communities and our teams safe. Our #IamSafeIBelongIMatter culture transcends and informs all we do. In alignment with our culture, as well as our ranking as a U.S. federal contractor, as of December 8, 2021, Equinix will be mandating all US-based employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. If you are unable to get a vaccine due to a medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief, Equinix will consider exemption requests as an accommodation.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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