Critical Facilities Technician

Aligned Data Centers • Ashburn, VA

2d • $35 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires extensive hands-on analysis, maintenance, and troubleshooting of 24x7 facility operations within Aligned Data Centers. The role involves the installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non-critical mechanical and/or electrical machinery and controls located both inside and outside the building. The company is described as one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies, focused on innovation, diversity, inclusion, and corporate sustainability.

Requirements

• High school diploma and minimum 3-5 years’ experience in electrical or mechanical critical facilities support; or 7+ years’ experience as HVAC or mechanical/electrical technician.
• Able to work overtime and longer shifts (12 hour).
• Shifts may require work day/night/weekend/holiday.
• Computer skills required: MS Office.

Nice To Haves

• Electrical/Mechanical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, monitors, and performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical and non-critical equipment.
• Performs mechanical maintenance including operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, plumbing installation/maintenance, generator operations, fire detection and suppression, life safety, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (including fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV).
• Manages electrical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs for a critical facilities environment, ensuring conformance with change control procedures.
• Develops schedules, plans, and ensures quality assurance for all preventive, contracted, and general maintenance.
• Performs all work in strict accordance with governing MOP/SOP/ERP procedures, and maintenance work instructions.
• Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components, overseeing work efforts of third-party contractors for safe and compliant operations, maintenance, and modification of critical equipment.
• Disables and enables fire alarm control panels and systems.
• Receives and executes work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure, ordering necessary materials and finalizing documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Responds immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
• Monitors building operations and tours properties periodically during scheduled shifts.
• Understands the engineering design and operational aspect of all electrical systems.
• Evaluates, assigns, and monitors the safe work responsibilities and safety procedures capabilities of employees and contractors.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, develops and communicates improvements to ADC’s processes for continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

• Generous 401k match with immediate vesting
• Free membership to Gympass
• Competitive time off plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA with employer contribution, FSA for health and dependent care)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellhub gym membership
• Other wellness initiatives
• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED