Critical Facilities Maintenance Technician

JOB TITLE: Critical Facility Maintenance Technician (CFMT)

REPORTS TO: Facility Manager

SUMMARY: At Aligned, not only do we celebrate success across our platform, we celebrate the very teams that drive and support that success! Our culture is founded in passion, engineered from innovation, and driven by the pursuit of operational excellence. We are a company dedicated to driving positive change in the industry through continuous data center innovation, diversity and inclusion, and corporate sustainability. We realize not only is providing a comprehensive benefits package important, but we also provide a generous 401k match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit and competitive time off plan. Giving back and having fun is important to our team whether it be serving our communities or employee and customer events. Our Aligned DNA is what makes us unique and successful!

Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position requires hands-on experience in general facility maintenance and troubleshooting techniques. Work may include general building repairs, patching/painting of various surfaces as well as the potential to assist with installation, repair and maintenance of critical and non-critical mechanical equipment. As Aligned is a customer-first company, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in a professional, tactful and courteous manner under any and all circumstances.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but not limited to):

• Under supervision, assist with maintenance of multiple mechanical areas including components within the HVAC system, plumbing installation/maintenance, generator operations, fire detection and suppression, life safety, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (including fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV).
• Maintain and monitor electronic work-order ticketing system(s) to perform and track all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance within the Data Center campus.
• Inspect buildings, lighting systems, grounds, and equipment to ensure safe, well-maintained conditions, and identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
• May perform minor electrical troubleshooting and repairs; replace light bulbs, ballasts and fuses (depending on experience).
• Identify and perform basic service and repair on plumbing fixtures; open clogged lines and drains.
• Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools.
• Monitor building conditions and tour property periodically during scheduled shift.
• Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment; recommend tools, supplies, and equipment for purchase.
• Assist with moving, loading, unloading and storage of supplies as well as furniture and equipment.
• Adjustment of hours (including occasional overtime) and/or scheduled days (including occasional weekend work) may be required.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED and minimum 2-5 years’ working experience
• Working knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical critical facilities systems a plus
• Able to work 40 hours plus occasional overtime
• Computer skills required: MS Office

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential tasks of this job.) Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit. Frequently must squat, stoop, or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. Daily uses hand strength to grasp tools, supplies and equipment. Occasionally climbs ladders. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aligned is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.