Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Shift)

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Job Summary

The Critical Facilities Engineer (Shift) supports the operation, maintenance, and reliability of mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role performs a range of maintenance, monitoring, and operational activities while developing technical expertise across critical facility systems.

Working as part of a collaborative team, the engineer helps maintain safe, reliable, and efficient data center operations while building hands-on experience across electrical, mechanical, cooling, and facility systems.

Responsibilities

Facility / Infrastructure Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems and equipment to support reliable and continuous operations.
• Carry out repairs, inspections, installations, and maintenance activities across critical facility infrastructure in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and respond to alarms by investigating issues and supporting resolution activities.
• Support the operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, cooling, plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems.
• Identify equipment issues and potential operational risks and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives through maintenance activities and operational best practices.
• Carry out day-to-day operational activities independently while seeking guidance for complex or unfamiliar situations.

Vendor Support

• Coordinate with vendors and service providers performing maintenance and infrastructure activities within the data center.
• Support the work approval process, including pre-work briefings, monitoring work execution, and reviewing completed work.
• Ensure vendor activities are performed in accordance with site procedures, safety requirements, and operational standards.
• Assist with maintaining technical documentation, equipment records, and asset information.

Site Administration & Incident Support

• Prepare and maintain site documentation, logs, and permits, including Maintenance Operation Protocols (MOPs) and operational scripts.
• Identify potential infrastructure risks and Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and communicate observations to senior team members.
• Respond to equipment failures, operational issues, and site incidents in accordance with established procedures.
• Support incident investigations and documentation activities to improve operational reliability.
• Apply operating procedures and compliance requirements to support safe and effective site operations.

Work Orders & Additional Projects

• Complete facility-related work orders and support infrastructure installation activities.
• Troubleshoot and maintain facility equipment and supporting systems to minimize downtime.
• Assist with approved modifications to electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.
• Participate in infrastructure projects, maintenance programs, lifecycle replacement activities, and site improvements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support operational activities and resolve facility issues.
• Share knowledge and assist team members during maintenance activities and operational events.
• Communicate inventory and spare-part requirements to support operational readiness.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to expand technical capabilities and career growth.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations that support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Degree, Diploma, technical certification, or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent practical experience is also valued.
• Typically 1–3 years of relevant experience in critical facilities, data center operations, facilities maintenance, industrial facilities, building operations, or a related technical environment.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Foundational understanding of electrical, mechanical, cooling, or building systems.
• Familiarity with preventive and corrective maintenance practices, facility monitoring systems, and safe work procedures.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Interest in developing technical expertise within a mission-critical data center environment.

Work Requirements

• Ability to perform hands-on operational and maintenance tasks within a data center environment.
• Ability to work at height and in confined or tight spaces where required.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays, and shift-based schedules, as required to support 24x7 mission-critical data center operations.

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