Critical Facilities Technician

Ascent LLC.•Plano, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in providing on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a critical facility. Assist in management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain facility. 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 critical facility 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 facility: 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 and/or ACFM in administration of 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 facility.

Requirements

2+ years of experience as a Critical Facilities Technician or other relevant experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Knowledge of construction planning, mechanical or electrical systems necessary, building controls, fire systems, and security systems.
Knowledge of building automation systems.
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.

Nice To Haves

BS or Technical Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Field or other related field preferred.
Possess Electrical/HVAC certifications (preferred)
Knowledge of AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in providing on-site field coordination supervision and project management support for the operation of a critical facility.
Assist in management of mission critical equipment used to operate and maintain facility.
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 critical facility 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.
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 facility: Current needs Long-term objectives and strategic planning
Assist in development and implementation of Ascent’s Change Control Program
Assist CFM and/or ACFM in administration of 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 facility.