Critical Facilities Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers Management Company LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Vantage Data Centers in the Columbus area is seeking a hands-on Critical Facilities Engineer to help maintain and improve our mission-critical data center infrastructure. You will work with a team to keep UPS, PDUs, diesel generators, and building controls running at peak reliability.

The role requires 3–5 years of practical experience with electrical and mechanical systems, strong documentation skills, and the ability to read single lines and schematics.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance and repair of critical electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret commercial blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience with CMMS and building management/control systems.
• Strong technical writing skills to document procedures and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and service data center critical systems (UPS, PDU, generators).
• Develop and update MOPs/SOPs/EOPs for facility equipment and projects.
• Coordinate maintenance with vendors and ensure safety and uptime.
• Read blueprints, support commissioning and testing activities.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Critical facilities expertise

Blueprints & schematics reading

Technical writing

Problem solving

Tools

CMMS

Building management systems

Electrical distribution knowledge

Job description

About Vantage Data CentersVantage 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 DepartmentThe 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 Facility Engineers (CFEs) on each shift.This team is the face of Vantage to our customers and the first line of defense regarding the uptime of our campus as well as the performance of our customer installations. Using a Critical Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to plan and track work needed, the Site Operations department performs all preventative and corrective maintenance. Our culture expects and rewards team performance that engages directly with the customers and the facility infrastructure. This is a team that does most of the actual work versus calling upon vendors. As a result, we provide superior service that is faster and more cost effective.Position OverviewThis role is onsite in New Albany, OHWe are looking for a Critical Facilities Engineer who knows what best-in-class service looks like and can make that a reality. This role is an important member of our facilities team where we manage some of the most efficient and cost-effective data center facilities in the industry.The specific skillset needed by this team is that of a hands-on industrial HVAC technician or mechanic, or an individual with equivalent experience in critical cooling or power systems.The successful candidate for this role will work with a team of other electrical and mechanical-focused engineers performing maintenance and repair for our data center infrastructure. We take our customer requirements for uptime seriously and keep our facilities maintained to a very high standard to insure uninterrupted service for our customers.If you enjoy working on critical data center systems (UPSs, PDUs, Diesel Generators, ATS equipment and Building Controls), as well as industrial electrical equipment and systems that include power distribution components/wiring, electronic components and lighting systems. If you know the importance of getting it right the first time and not disrupting mission critical data centers. If you enjoy delighting customers with superior service and you have the desire and ability to do so, then please read on!Essential Job FunctionsWork under limited supervision, both independently and within a team environmentManage multiple one-time and/or ongoing projectsRespond to safety and emergency situations and maintain a safe and secure work environmentUse discretion and judgment in organizing workflow and adapting as priorities are modified due to a changing environmentFrequent contact with employees at all levels of the organization; frequent external contact with vendorsDutiesOperate, perform maintenance and service repairs on critical Data Center systems (UPS, PDU, Diesel Generators, ATS equipment and Building Controls, Chillers, CRAH, ETC)Develop reliability reports to ensure availability and capacity targets are achieved and maintained with 100% uptimeCoordinate, and oversee all maintenance vendors to ensure personnel safety, protect the Facility’s critical equipment, and maintain power to the critical loadCreate required MOPs (Method of Procedure), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and EOPs (Emergency Operating Procedures) to ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance to themAdditional duties as assigned by ManagementJob RequirementsMinimum 3 years, 5+ years preferred, of “hands on” experience with the maintenance and repair of industrial electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical facilities to include; emergency generators (Generators, Fuel Delivery systems and Parallel Switchgear), electrical distribution (MV/LV switchgear and associated controls), critical and essential PDUs, UPS, switchgear, HVAC, air handling units, computer grade cooling systems, and building monitoring/control systemsDemonstrate knowledge in operating, maintaining, repairing, inspecting and testing critical electrical distribution systems, HVAC systems and building management/automation equipmentAbility to read commercial building blueprints and understand electrical single lines and schematicsKnowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures related to mechanical & electrical systems needed to run data centersTechnical Writing skills and experience; as well as creating, coordinating, updating and/or modifying MOPs/SOPs/EOP’s for critical facilities equipment, to include supporting new systems and researching technical requirementsWork experience in the electrical or mechanical field is highly desired. Strong emphasis on technical skills/training, with intent to obtain license within a reasonable timeMay be required to complete formal training in an area of specialty, such as UPS maintenanceCandidates must possess reliable transportation for reporting to work for shifts, or emergenciesTravel is expected to be less than 5%, occasionally for training purposesPotential employees must complete a background check successfullyPhysical Demands and Special RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Additional DetailsThis position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.This role is open on a rolling basis, and we review applications as they come in. There’s no set deadline, but if you’re interested, we encourage you to apply soon—our hiring needs can shift, and we welcome applications at any time while the opportunity is available.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 EmployerVantage 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.