Critical Environments Operator I

CyrusOne Management Services•Sterling, VA

About The Position

CyrusOne is a global enterprise data center colocation provider focused on the availability and efficiency of customers’ mission-critical applications and the security of their data. Under the direction of the Sr Facility Manager, the Critical Environments Operator I works as part of an Operations & Maintenance organization providing services in a 24/7/365 data center environment. The role supports operations in the data center and any assigned non-data-center spaces, follows building operating rules, and helps ensure maintenance and project work is performed safely and to high standards. The position receives on-the-job and specialized training. It requires 12-hour shifts, on-call responsibilities for emergencies and critical issues, and a schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Shift hours may change with business needs.

Requirements

  • 0–2 years of experience in operations and maintenance roles or customer service experience.
  • Ability to use personal computers.
  • Verbal and written communication and comprehension skills.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and expedite projects from conception to closure.
  • Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and performance deviations and support their resolution.
  • Ability to work effectively with managers and more experienced technicians, and independently when necessary.
  • Ability to make sound decisions using available information, experience, training, and understanding.
  • Ability to use diagnostic equipment and established methodologies to diagnose problems.
  • Ability to participate actively in team activities, preventive maintenance, and projects, and work toward the best group outcome.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts and be on call for emergencies and critical issues, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and frequently bend and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

  • Complete assigned tasks related to operations of the data center and any assigned non-data-center spaces.
  • Understand and follow building operations rules for the buildings under the operator’s care.
  • Perform related services, including janitorial tasks, inventory management, and internal departmental tasks as required.
  • Fulfill other duties assigned and directed by the Sr Facility Manager.
  • Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed to support safe and effective maintenance and project work.
  • Work with safety, security, and clients, and report potential problem areas to management as applicable.
  • Receive on-the-job training and other specialized training in areas of specialization.
  • Provide equipment evaluations or suggestions for contractor scopes of work as needed.
  • Perform duties to ensure high standards of workmanship.
  • Comply with company, government, client, Corporation, and EHS policies, procedures, regulations, requirements, and programs.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Access to mental health resources and an employee assistance program
  • Performance bonus
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
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