Facilities Technician

Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers is seeking a Facilities Technician to support daily operations, maintain the facility and data floor cleanliness, and perform light maintenance tasks across the site. The role involves front-office and client-area duties, stocking materials, and coordinating with the CFOps team on basic tasks.

You will work onsite, typically Monday through Friday, with flexibility for night or weekend coverage to respond to emergencies or client requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months' facility maintenance or custodian experience.
• Hand and Machine tool experience required.
• Basic computer and tablet aptitude.
• Fire and Life/Safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains day-to-day cleanliness of the facility, data center, customer area, office space and restrooms.
• Assists front-of-house office area requests including furniture moves and cleanliness.
• Maintains client cages on the data floor and reports conditions.
• Documents daily tasks and reports findings; prepares summary reports.
• Operates and moves heavy items using carts, pallet jacks or forklifts.

Skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Communication

Detail oriented

Hand tools

Forklift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Fire and Life/Safety training preferred

Job description

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

The Facilities Technician is primarily responsible for daily operational assistance to maintain the overall facility cleanliness, including front office and client area. Also, performs physical labor in performing drywall patching, painting, stocking and organizing materials. This is a Monday through Friday position; however, needs to be flexible to provide coverage at night or weekends to assist if an emergency condition exists or to assist with client requirements. Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory performance as this is an onsite position.

What we are looking for

POSITION SUMMARY: BASIC FUNCTION

The Facilities Technician is primarily responsible for daily operational assistance to maintain the overall facility cleanliness, including front office and client area. Also, performs physical labor in performing drywall patching, painting, stocking and organizing materials. This is a Monday through Friday position; however, needs to be flexible to provide coverage at night or weekends to assist if an emergency condition exists or to assist with client requirements. Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory performance as this is an onsite position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and ensures the day‑to‑day cleanliness of the facility, including data center, customer area, office space and restrooms (including minor issues such as unstopping toilets or tightening toilet seats).
• Assists front‑of‑house office area requests, including, but not limited to, furniture moves, material movement, lighting (changing lightbulbs) and cleanliness.
• Maintains client cages on the data floor to include removal of data floor debris.
• Prepare and submit summary reports of conditions in buildings and recommend actions to be taken.
• Orders, tracks and restocks facility‑related consumable items and parts ensuring performance at the lowest possible cost.
• Moves heavy items around with a cart, pallet jack or forklift.
• Performs project work or duties assigned by a supervisor, and continually monitors material processes for improvement.
• Accurately documents daily tasks and reports all findings.
• Cleans building floors and data floors by sweeping, mopping, hot mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Gathers and empties trash. Services, cleans, and supplies restrooms.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures. Dusts furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Performs physical labor for various maintenance functions, including minor repairs, drywall repair and finish, painting, wall hangings, and stocking/organizing materials.
• Removes debris from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.
• Sets up, arranges, and removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
• Safely mixes water and detergents in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Steam‑cleans or shampoos carpets. Strips, seals, finishes, and polishes floors.
• Cleans and restores building interiors using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Drives vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
• As time permits, assists the Mechanical and Electrical CFOps team members with day‑to‑day tasking such as filter replacement, Cooling Tower Yard cleaning, and any other basic tasks.
• Comply with all safety procedures and requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic skill with MS Office products, tablets and Data Entry
• Must be able to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Effective communications skills, both written and oral
• Detailed oriented
• Operate Hand and Machine Tools
• Operate a forklift, can be trained within the company.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 6 months' facility maintenance or custodian experience
• Hand and Machine tool experience required
• Basic computer and tablet aptitude
• Fire and Life/Safety training preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, visual, and listening skills
• Motor skills necessary to complete physical work and computer tasks
• Able to climb a ladder and work on a raised platform
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments

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