Data Center Critical Facilities III

Who are we?

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary
Equinix is seeking to hire a Data Center Maintenance Technician to carry out full-scope maintenance of its facilities in Lisbon.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for maintaining facility infrastructure (both electrical and mechanical) and preparing and performing planned maintenance

• Carry out site inspections and monitor building and data centre alarms

• Ensure preventive maintenance of site infrastructure (e.g. primary infrastructure) is executed, either directly or by vendors under your supervision

• Develop the capability to perform repairs and corrective maintenance on equipment

• Complete site logs and gather data for permits such as MOPs and scripts, which is a key part of the role

• Support senior staff in responding to on-site incidents and act according to established protocols

• Depending on your knowledge and experience, you may be asked to start responding to basic incidents

• Complete basic work requests and circuit installations

• Contribute to ongoing infrastructure projects and carry out small works (e.g. lighting upgrades, etc.)

• Resolve customer issues through the Equinix ticketing system in line with SLA requirements

• Report any health and safety issues to your line manager

• Work on a rotating shift pattern from Monday to Sunday

Qualifications

• Degree or vocational qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• Previous experience in data centres or critical environments

• Strong knowledge of critical infrastructure such as UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems

• Self-motivated with a flexible approach

• Availability to work shifts (days, nights, and weekends)

• Ability to communicate clearly with customers

• High-voltage switching experience (preferred)

• Basic knowledge of Maximo, Power BI, MS Office (Word/Excel), or similar tools

What we offer

• A competitive and comprehensive compensation package

• Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)

• 23 days of annual leave

• Meal vouchers and partially subsidised meals

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion

• Internal training and development centre with continuous learning plans available to all employees

• An inclusive, balanced, and collaborative culture aligned with our core values

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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. 

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.