Data Center Critical Facilities IV
About The Position
Equinix operates the world's digital infrastructure platform, helping organizations connect and scale across the globe. Our data centers support the critical systems that power businesses, cloud providers, and digital services. As a Critical Facilities Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining the infrastructure that keeps our operations running reliably and safely. You will help maintain and operate the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems that support our data center environment. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, support infrastructure projects, and work alongside experienced technicians and vendors to ensure facility uptime and operational excellence. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on facilities, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or critical environment experience who enjoys problem-solving and working in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in facilities maintenance, critical environments, data centers, electrical systems, HVAC, mechanical systems, industrial maintenance, or related fields
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues using established procedures
- Understanding of safety practices and maintenance processes
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment
- Willingness to participate in on-call responsibilities or shift work, as required
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility equipment and infrastructure systems
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and other building systems
- Monitor building systems and respond to alarms and operational issues
- Support energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
- Conduct equipment inspections and identify potential issues before they impact operations
- Assist with the operation of critical infrastructure under established procedures and guidance
- Support contractors and service providers performing maintenance and repair work
- Participate in work planning, safety briefings, and project reviews
- Ensure vendors follow site safety requirements and operational procedures
- Maintain accurate equipment documentation and technical records
- Respond to facility incidents, equipment failures, and service interruptions
- Assist in identifying and mitigating infrastructure risks and single points of failure
- Complete maintenance documentation, permits, and operational logs
- Follow established procedures to support safe and reliable operations
- Complete work orders and support infrastructure installations
- Assist with facility upgrades and improvement projects
- Recommend opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and operational performance
- Support inventory management of critical spare parts and equipment
- Partner with facility team members to resolve technical issues
- Collaborate across departments to support operational goals
- Share knowledge and support team development
- Contribute to a culture focused on safety, reliability, and customer service
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Voluntary plans
- Retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
