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Critical Facilities Technician
LOCATION:
West Des Moines, IA
RESPONSIBILITIES:· Assist in providing on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a data center.
· Assist in management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain a data center.
· 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 data center 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 data center:
· 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 as administrator for onsite Critical Facility Work Rules
· Vendor onboarding and familiarization
· Safety inspections and adherence to Ascent safety policies.
· Administrative policies/procedures
· Scope of Work standards
· Spare parts management
· Reporting development
· Life Cycle Replacement Strategy
· Support overall site operation of the data center facility.
· 24 X 7 maintenance staffing of Data Center Facility with rotational on-call.
· 3+ 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.
This position reports to the Critical Facilities Manager
All interested candidates should apply through the ad or visit www.ascent-corp.com and select the careers tab to apply for the position.
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