Critical Facilities Technician, Malaysia

Vantage Data Centers; Sepang; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center provider in Malaysia is seeking a Critical Facility Technician to ensure optimal maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems in a 24/7 operational environment. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering diploma and have 2-3 years of related experience. The role includes supporting testing, adhering to safety standards, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. As an employer, we emphasize respect, support, and a collaborative workplace culture enriched with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Above-market compensation package

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in electrical and HVAC operation and maintenance.
• Registered local Government certification for electrical switching.
• High level of computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support testing and maintenance of critical equipment.
• Comply with safe work practices and operational standards.
• Monitor site performance using available management systems.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems maintenance

Building Management Systems expertise

HVAC operations knowledge

Team communication skills

Time management

Education

Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Site Operations Department

The Site Operations Department is responsible for the overall health of all mechanical and electrical systems, building maintenance, and performance of all data modules in our data centers. The team is staffed 24 x 7 onsite with Critical Facilities Engineers (CFEs) working on shift. This team is the face of Vantage to our customers and the guaranty of business continuity and excellence of Operations of our campus as well as the performance of our customer installations. Using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to plan and track maintenance activities, the Site Operations department is responsible for all preventative and corrective maintenance. Our culture expects and rewards team performance that engages directly with the customers and the facility infrastructure.

Critical Facility Technicians are members of the Critical Facility Engineering team that play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health of our data center’s infrastructure systems to ensure that our customers receive best-in-class data center services. The Critical Facility Technicians at Vantage manage vital electrical and mechanical infrastructure as part of our daily operation and possess expertise in mission critical facility management. Responsibilities include facility maintenance and capacity management, performance optimization, and providing rapid response and performing repairs when unplanned events occur.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support testing, inspection, troubleshooting and validation of critical equipment and technical systems, spares, plant, and facilities
• Ensure that safe work practices are always adhered to
• Comply with our approved Methods of Procedure (MOP), Standards of Operation (SOP), Emergency Response Procedures (ERP), and preventive maintenance programs.
• Maintain constant monitoring of the site by utilizing our Building Management System and other available systems, as well as conducting walkthroughs on a regular basis
• Ensure that maintenance activities are planned, prepared, executed, and reported to the highest standard possible with a focus on reliability, energy efficiency and continuity of services.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the critical infrastructure design intent, the sequence of operations, the fault conditions, and the corrective actions associated with them.
• Undertake ongoing training and expertise development to ensure competency levels meet operational requirements and procedures required by VDC

Job Requirements

• Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant discipline
• Registered local Government certification to perform electrical switching and/or mechanical services operations
• 2-3 years working experience in building, electrical and/or HVAC operation and maintenance.
• High level of computer literacy (mainly Word, Excel, and databases)
• Prepared to work on a rotating 24/7 shift basis, weekends, public holidays and be available for emergency response
• Prepared to wear PPE and working in extreme conditions
• Experience operating, maintaining, repairing, inspecting, and testing electrical distribution systems, including generators, UPS, HVAC, fire systems, and building management/automation systems.
• Familiarity with maintaining schedules and working with vendors
• Previous supervision of vendors during preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Being assertive, committed, and able to perform multiple tasks independently and efficiently
• Being a team player with good communication skills, able to interact with clients, consultants, subcontractors, authorities, and team members from all levels

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.