What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Facilities Technician position at T5 Data Centers?
About T5 Data Centers
T5 has been supporting enterprise and hyperscale customers with customized data center solutions since 2008. We remain dedicated to an unrivaled level of quality that extends across the lifecycle of the core data center, from customized turnkey development to facilities management and data center operations.
The world's biggest companies trust T5 with their data center operations. With over 400 engineers, technicians, and professional staff, we foster an inclusive culture of excellence and progression dedicated to serving our customers.
Our Commitment
- Diversity & Military Veterans: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported.
- Data Center Focus: Our team is 100% dedicated to delivering exceptional data center services.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Critical Facilities Technician (CFT) to join our team. The CFT will be responsible for all aspects of data center operations related to critical and non-critical infrastructure, equipment, and systems. They will drive continual improvements to operational excellence by adhering to company standards and industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain critical and non-critical data center infrastructure, equipment, and systems.
- Work with a team of CFTs to deliver total availability while minimizing risks.
- Monitor power, cooling capacity, and environmental conditions within the data halls.
- Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) as a tool to manage planned and unplanned data center work.
- Perform preventive maintenance on data center electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Assist with the development, revision, and execution of operating procedures and preventive maintenance inspections.
- Resolve electrical and mechanical issues quickly while minimizing risk and communicating issues to the appropriate chain of command.
- Troubleshoot and document technical issues, escalate as necessary, and ensure issue resolution.
- Assist with planning corrective issues and complete physical and logical installations of T5 services.
- Maintain accurate facility data, including rounds, PM work orders, change management, etc.
- Escort outside contractors and ensure they adhere to critical facility work rules.
- Complete facility rounds at the beginning of each shift to ensure data center and grounds upkeep.
- Follow T5 data center corporate policies and procedures.
- Participate in facility training programs and assist in facility operations as required.
- Participate in construction and commissioning as directed by the CFM.
- Work shifts to support 24×7 data center operation and have flexibility in work hours to cover other shifts.
Requirements
- Prior military or technical school training is preferred.
- An electrical or mechanical license is also preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
T5 Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
