Data Center Facilities Engineer 1

At a glance
Join Sabey Data Centers in Ashburn, VA as a Data Center Facilities Engineer 1! You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the facilities, conducting maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting tasks. If you're a self-motivated problem solver with strong analytical skills, and thrive in a dynamic team environment, this role is for you. Join Sabey Data Centers and be part of a culture that fosters growth and development, where individuals can excel and contribute to their success.
Apply now and become a key player in Sabey's mission to deliver top-tier Data Center services!
Description: What you'll be doing
Another Source's client, Sabey Data Centers, is recruiting an Facilities Engineer to join their Ashburn, VA team.
The schedule for this role is Sunday-Wednesday 10pm-8am.
About the Role:
This position will be responsible for "hands-on" day-to-day facility maintenance, repairs, and operations within the company's portfolio. This position plays a role in maintaining Data Center infrastructure, ensuring high availability, and support to the operations team. The company's Data Centers incorporate a variety of topologies and brands of electrical, mechanical, and environmental control systems, supporting our varied tenants' needs.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Routine Equipment Maintenance:

• Execute scheduled and preventive maintenance tasks on Data Center equipment.
• Perform equipment checks, inspections, and cleaning as part of routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with the Data Center team to support preventive maintenance activities, including tasks such as equipment testing, cleaning, and inspection.
• Ensure that preventive maintenance tasks are executed according to established schedules and guidelines to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

• Monitoring and Alert Response:

• Monitor Data Center environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and power consumption, through the use of monitoring tools and systems.
• Respond promptly to alarms and alerts, following predefined procedures to investigate and address issues or escalate them to senior engineers as necessary.
• Maintain vigilant awareness of equipment status and health by regularly reviewing monitoring dashboards.

• Assistance in Issue Resolution:

• Collaborate closely with senior engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Participate in diagnosing problems, implementing solutions, and documenting incident details and resolutions for future reference.
• Offer support during critical incidents and participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 coverage.

• Inventory Management and Documentation:

• Assist in managing inventory levels, tracking stock levels, and initiating procurement of replacement parts or equipment when required.
• Contribute to the maintenance of comprehensive documentation on equipment configurations for future reference.

• Vendor and Contractor Coordination:

• Work in conjunction with external vendors and contractors during equipment installations, upgrades, and repairs.
• Follow instructions, provide assistance as needed, and ensure that external work aligns with industry standards and project timelines.

• Adherence to Compliance and Safety:

• Strictly adhere to established Data Center procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and safety regulations.
• Promote a safety-conscious culture, emphasizing proper equipment handling and safety procedures within the Data Center.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling of equipment and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Promote a culture of safety within the Data Center environment and report any safety concerns or incidents promptly.

• Support for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:

• Actively participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts.
• Assist in ensuring that Data Center operations are well-prepared to respond effectively to emergencies, minimize downtime, and maintain service continuity.

• Incident Response:

• Be part of an on-call rotation to quickly respond to and resolve critical incidents.
• Coordinate with the Operations team to implement disaster recovery plans and restore services in the event of major outages.
• Document incidents comprehensively, analyzing root causes and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders during and after incidents to provide updates and assurance.

• Embody Sabey core values.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or coursework related to Data Center operations are a plus.
• Relevant industry experience (mechanical, electrical, controls, etc.). Ability to quickly learn such systems, utilizing operations manuals and similar documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Ability to become proficient in other software.
• Demonstrated desire to continuously learn.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to maintain a strong focus on attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Developed problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Self-motivated and possess the ability to motivate others.
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude and work well under pressure.

Sabey's investment in YOU:
Sabey is building an enduring next-generation company that inspires and values team-member greatness, which is achieved through intentional and strategic focus on optimizing the strengths of individuals and the collective organization. SabeyLife is a comprehensive portfolio of offerings focused on optimizing our holistic well-being, ensuring that we have the resources we need to pursue purpose and meaning in every area of our lives. SabeyLife is who we are as a team. We want each team member to be the best they can be - not just at work, but also for their friends, families and the communities they serve.
SabeyLife programs include:

• Health and Wellness Program
• Thought Patterns for High Performance
• Everything DiSC
• Built to Last

To learn more about Sabey, take a look:
https://sabeydatacenters.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sabeydatacenters/
https://twitter.com/sabey
EEO Policy Statement: Sabey Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sabey Data Centers and Sabey Construction, are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or national origin.
If you need further assistance and/or accommodation to apply, please contact the Sabey Human Resources Department at (206) 277-5247 or by email at maxsch@sabey.com.
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