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Data Center Critical Facilities V - Philadelphia, PA
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Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. 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
Is a skilled specialist that works on assignments requiring considerable judgement. Focus is on tasks using considerable skilled judgement and has deep understanding of standard operating procedures. Supports the overall team.
Responsibilities
Facility / Infrastructure Maintenance
Performs specialized preventative and corrective maintenance on-site to critical facility components and/or systems
Performs moderately difficult repairs, maintenance, installations and on-site inspections to critical facility systems
Monitors the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and resolves alarms for specialized issues requiring considerable judgement and implications to resolve; follows guidelines on standard procedures and makes recommendations for solutioning
Operates and maintains plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems
Implements energy efficiency measures
Assists team members on coordinating critical infrastructures
Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions
Vendor Support
Coordinates and directs vendors on skilled tasks to ensure that maintenance activities are carried out per standards and requirements
Assists with the creation and submission of scripts for maintenance
Tracks and implements the work approval process for service providers for critical maintenance (including briefing at the start of work, control of work during the day workday/shift, final review of the work carried out)
In cooperation with the vendors, changes/updates technical files for plants and equipment ensuring files and builds are up-to-date
Site Administration & Incident Support
Performs specialized site logs and data gathering for issuing of permits, such as Maintenance Operation Protocol (MOPs) and scripts
Identifies Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and makes recommendations for solutions
Responds to all on-site incidents, including failures, significant problems and delays
Performs Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and make recommendations for solutions
Supports the on-site staff during incidents
Demonstrates and supports processes and procedures are followed and adhered to
Work Orders & Additional Projects
Completes skilled work requests and circuit installations
Performs advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of office equipment (if necessary); supports auxiliary equipment and machines with problem solving and repairs to avoid/minimize downtime
Makes moderate changes to mechanical, electrical and specialized systems, as directed
Carries out more complex infrastructure projects
Supports life cycle maintenance/end of life. infrastructure projects and critical replacements
May recommend infrastructure projects
Collaboration
Collaborates with others to resolve difficult facility incidents
Effectively collaborates within the department; may mentor team members on skilled maintenance activities
Informs stakeholders of inventory needs to maintain optimal stock levels of critical parts and equipment, may support in coordinating processes for maintaining inventory
Acts as a mentor to others in resolving incidents
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Qualifications
Typically, 3+ years of relevant experience
High School Diploma
Strong experience in critical facility operations and maintenance, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems within mission-critical environments such as data centers.
Proven ability to monitor and troubleshoot Building Monitoring Systems (BMS), perform root cause analysis (RCA), identify single points of failure (SPOFs), and resolve complex infrastructure incidents.
Demonstrated expertise in preventive and corrective maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, equipment lifecycle management, and execution of Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOPs) and critical maintenance activities.
Excellent vendor management, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate service providers, support incident response, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - PH1 Philadelphia : 70,000 - 105,000 USD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.