Critical Facility Engineer Fort Worth, TX • Data Center • Data Center Operations Fort Worth, TX[...]

Meta; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is actively seeking a Critical Facility Engineer for their Data Center Facility Operations team. This role involves ensuring the uptime and efficiency of critical systems, requiring expertise in electrical systems, HVAC, and mechanical maintenance. With a challenging and rewarding work environment, engineers will work hands-on in a pivotal role to maintain operations and support the infrastructure crucial for Meta's services.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or controls maintenance.
• Ability to work at varying heights and from ladders.
• Trade Certification or state license in Electrical or Mechanical (HVAC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on operations and maintenance tasks to ensure uptime and safety.
• Respond to data center facility emergencies using established procedures.
• Troubleshoot and recommend upgrades to systems.

Skills

Electrical generation

HVAC

Mechanical maintenance

Building control systems

Fire protection systems

Education

Associate's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Meta is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our software operates to meet the demands of our customers. The Critical Facility Engineer will be a part of the Facility Operations team responsible for operating and maintaining critical systems in our data centers. The candidate will need to be experienced in a broad range of industries such as electrical generation, electrical distribution, cooling technologies, building control and fire protection systems.

Critical Facility Engineer Responsibilities

Perform hands-on operations and maintenance which includes all physical and administrative operations tasks, service, and maintenance in accordance with site processes and procedures to ensure the highest levels of uptime, efficiency, and safety without disruption to the business

Complete work order requests accurately and on time in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

Achieve and maintain a high-level of technical knowledge regarding data center infrastructure and operations. Successfully complete personnel qualification standards (PQS) training

Provides technical expertise and assistance as required

Respond quickly, using Meta procedures or emergency operating procedures to data center facility emergencies

Regularly inspect equipment, buildings, safety routes and grounds to check or identify any abnormal or unsafe conditions or faults

Troubleshoot, evaluate and recommend system upgrades

Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs

Work with vendors and contractors to ensure work is in accordance with the agreed Facebook processes, procedures, and standards

Escalate issues to facility management appropriately and timely

Assist in scheduling and supervising vendors/subcontractors during equipment/systems maintenance and service

Provides recommendation of improvements to the operations and maintenance program on an on-going basis

Required to work on a shift schedule, which may include nights and holidays

Utilize computerized tooling, in a control room environment, to operate remote equipment, monitor system alerts, centralize communications, diagnose faults, and prioritize dispatching of resources

Minimum Qualifications

Regularly walk job site areas of flat and uneven terrain

5+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, controls, or other technical maintenance field

Work at varying heights and from ladders

Use hands and fingers

Reach/push/pull with hands/arms/shoulders

Associate's degree in engineering plus 3+ years experience or Bachelor's degree in related field plus 2+ years experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or controls will be considered in lieu of 5+ years experience

Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl

May lift and/or otherwise move 45 pounds or more

Sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings

3+ years experience in a data center or other Critical Environment (pharma, clean room, medical, power production, etc.)

Trade Certification or state license in Electrical or Mechanical (HVAC)

Knowledge of CMMS systems

Knowledge of critical facilities operations

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life safety monitoring and control systems typically used in critical environments

For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information.

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$42.31/hour to $58.65/hour + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here .

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