Critical Facilities Technician - 12 HR Night Shift

Ascent-Llc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Casual work environment

Job summary

Ascent, LLC is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to support operation of a data center in West Des Moines, IA. You will assist in coordinating field activities, managing critical equipment, and ensuring uptime with maintenance and vendor oversight.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Critical Facilities Manager and operations team to maintain 99.9999% uptime and cost-effective operations. A background in electrical/HVAC systems and building controls is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Critical Facilities Technician or other relevant experience.
• Knowledge of building automation systems and life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power related activities.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project; AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a critical facility.
• Assist in management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain facility.
• Assist in management of systems and physical environment integration (life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power related activities and issues).
• Report discrepancies and trends to the management and clients.
• Assist in overseeing maintenance schedules and providers.
• Oversee subcontractors to assure proper installation and delivery of maintenance services.
• Troubleshoot emergencies, equipment problems, and technical issues; organize resolutions.

Skills

2+ years experience

Building automation systems

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Project

AutoCAD (plus)

Strong communication

Lead coordination meetings

Electrical/HVAC awareness

Education

BS or Technical Degree in Mechanical or Electrical

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Ascent, LLC is a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for the planning, design, engineering, development, and operation of data centers and other mission critical facilities. Headquartered in Saint Louis, MO, Ascent specializes in powerful, efficient, and technologically advanced mission critical facilities and offers clients a broad range of delivery models spanning shell & core, build-to-suit, turnkey, and outsourced critical systems operations. Founded in 1998, Ascent provides a full spectrum of fast-track services that include project programming, design management, facility assessment, development and construction management, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance operations. Today, Ascent focuses on providing clients with innovative solutions and services yielding the highest levels of operational autonomy, efficiency, and control. Ascent’s clients include some of the most demanding mission critical organizations spanning multiple industries, Fortune 500 firms, and service providers. Our business is growing fast and we are currently seeking a talented Critical Facilities Technician for the operation of a data center facility.

Job Description

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West Des Moines, IA

• Assist in providing on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a critical facility.
• Assist in management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain facility.
• Assist in management of systems and physical environment integration (life safety, mechanical, plumbing, and power related activities and issues).
• Report discrepancies and trends to the Assistant Critical Facilities Manager, Critical Facilities Manager, operations team and clients.
• Assist in managing preventative and emergency maintenance schedules and procedures for building systems; identify back-up and replacement inventory needs for critical systems.
• Assist in overseeing all maintenance schedules and providers.
• Assist in updates of standard practices consistent for critical facility operations and equipment.
• Oversee and coordinate sub-contractors to assure proper installation of equipment and delivery of maintenance services.
• Troubleshoot emergencies, equipment problems, and technical issues, organize and oversee resolutions.
• Provide ongoing technical support, management and oversight of vendors as necessary.
• Completes daily inspections.
• Complete inspections and maintenance. Scheduled maintenance may include, but is not limited to, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annual equipment maintenance.
• Self-perform numerous Electrical/HVAC preventative maintenance activities including but not limited to:
• Filter changes
• Generator operating tests
• UPS/ATS/STS transfer tests and operation
• Provide field technical support related to redundancy, reliability and maintainability for the facility:
  • Current needs
  • Long-term objectives and strategic planning
• Primary focus shall be on uptime (99.9999%) and cost saving opportunities supported by Ascent Corporate Engineering group
• Assist in development and implementation of Ascent’s Change Control Program
• Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), and Emergency Recovery Procedure (ERP) development
• Assist CFM and/or ACFM in administration of onsite Critical Facility Work Rules
• Vendor onboarding and familiarization
• Safety inspections and adherence to Ascent safety policies.
• Scope of Work standards
• Spare parts management
• Support overall site operation of the facility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Critical Facilities Technician or other relevant experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• BS or Technical Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Field or other related field preferred.
• Knowledge of construction planning, mechanical or electrical systems necessary, building controls, fire systems, and security systems.
• Knowledge of building automation systems.
• Possess Electrical/HVAC certifications (preferred)
• Candidate must be technically proficient in planning and scheduling, and exhibit excellent organizational skills.
• Candidate must possess strong communication skills, the ability to lead coordination meetings and actively facilitate progress in order to achieve scheduled goals.
• Candidate must have people skills, good judgment, and flexibility
• Qualified candidate will be able to work cooperatively with internal administration groups, and effectively contend with customers and contractors to reach mutually acceptable terms and conditions.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project. Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.

Additional Information

This position reports to the Critical Facilities Manager

Ascent, LLC offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, casual work environment and more.

Ascent, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to harboring an inclusive and diverse work environment and welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, national origin, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. These terms apply to all stages of employment with our company. Ascent, LLC actively works to create an inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive, and we understand that having a wide range of experiences, viewpoints, and backgrounds help to make us both a stronger employer and a stronger business.