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Another Source’s client, Sabey Data Centers, is recruiting an Operations Engineer to join their Ashburn, VA team.
The schedule for this role is Sunday-Wednesday 10pm-8am.
About the Role:
This position will be responsible for "hands-on" day-to-day facility maintenance, repairs, and operations for Operations within the company’s portfolio. This position plays a role in maintaining data center infrastructure, ensuring high availability, and support to the operations team. The company’s data centers incorporate a variety of topologies and brands of electrical, mechanical, and environmental control systems, supporting our varied tenants’ needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
Routine Equipment Maintenance:
Execute scheduled and preventive maintenance tasks on data center equipment.
Perform equipment checks, inspections, and cleaning as part of routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Collaborate with the data center team to support preventive maintenance activities, including tasks such as equipment testing, cleaning, and inspection.
Ensure that preventive maintenance tasks are executed according to established schedules and guidelines to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Monitoring and Alert Response:
Monitor data center environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and power consumption, through the use of monitoring tools and systems.
Respond promptly to alarms and alerts, following predefined procedures to investigate and address issues or escalate them to senior engineers as necessary.
Maintain vigilant awareness of equipment status and health by regularly reviewing monitoring dashboards.
Assistance in Issue Resolution:
Collaborate closely with senior engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Participate in diagnosing problems, implementing solutions, and documenting incident details and resolutions for future reference.
Offer support during critical incidents and participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 coverage.
Inventory Management and Documentation:
Assist in managing inventory levels, tracking stock levels, and initiating procurement of replacement parts or equipment when required.
Contribute to the maintenance of comprehensive documentation on equipment configurations for future reference.
Vendor and Contractor Coordination:
Work in conjunction with external vendors and contractors during equipment installations, upgrades, and repairs.
Follow instructions, provide assistance as needed, and ensure that external work aligns with industry standards and project timelines.
Adherence to Compliance and Safety:
Strictly adhere to established data center procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and safety regulations.
Promote a safety-conscious culture, emphasizing proper equipment handling and safety procedures within the data center.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling of equipment and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Promote a culture of safety within the data center environment and report any safety concerns or incidents promptly.
Support for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
Actively participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts.
Assist in ensuring that data center operations are well-prepared to respond effectively to emergencies, minimize downtime, and maintain service continuity.
Incident Response:
Be part of an on-call rotation to quickly respond to and resolve critical incidents.
Coordinate with the Operations team to implement disaster recovery plans and restore services in the event of major outages.
Document incidents comprehensively, analyzing root causes and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders during and after incidents to provide updates and assurance.
Embody Sabey core values.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or coursework related to data center operations are a plus.
Relevant industry experience (mechanical, electrical, controls, etc.). Ability to quickly learn such systems, utilizing operations manuals and similar documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.
Ability to become proficient in other software.
Demonstrated desire to continuously learn.
Must be detail oriented with the ability to maintain a strong focus on attention to detail.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Developed problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Self-motivated and possess the ability to motivate others.
Ability to maintain a professional attitude and work well under pressure.
Sabey’s investment in YOU:
Sabey is building an enduring next-generation company that inspires and values team-member greatness, which is achieved through intentional and strategic focus on optimizing the strengths of individuals and the collective organization. SabeyLife is a comprehensive portfolio of offerings focused on optimizing our holistic well-being, ensuring that we have the resources we need to pursue purpose and meaning in every area of our lives. SabeyLife is who we are as a team. We want each team member to be the best they can be – not just at work, but also for their friends, families and the communities they serve.
SabeyLife programs include:
Health and Wellness Program
Thought Patterns for High Performance
Everything DiSC
Built to Last
To learn more about Sabey, take a look:
https://sabeydatacenters.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sabeydatacenters/
https://twitter.com/sabey
EEO Policy Statement: Sabey Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sabey Data Centers and Sabey Construction, are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or national origin.
If you need further assistance and/or accommodation to apply, please contact the Sabey Human Resources Department at (206) 277-5247 or by email at [email protected].
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