Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer

Equinix•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Critical Facilities Engineer operates, manages, maintains, and repairs HVAC systems, critical and non-critical Power systems, plumbing, fire control and suppression, roofing system, exterior grounds and performs all related vendor support. This role assists with repairs, installations, inspections, and monitoring of building systems—including plumbing, fire suppression, safety systems, and the Building Monitoring System (BMS)—while following established operating procedures. Working with limited daily supervision and guidance on new tasks, the technician partners with senior team members and service providers to support vendor work, maintain accurate site documentation, respond to on‑site incidents, complete work orders, and assist with infrastructure projects. Through collaboration, problem‑solving, and attention to detail, this role helps maintain a safe, efficient, and well‑functioning facility environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training, certification, or coursework is a plus
2+ years of experience in HVAC
2+ years experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related technical environment
Basic working knowledge of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, or safety systems
Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks using standard operating procedures
Familiarity with work orders, site documentation, logs, or maintenance protocols (training provided as needed)
Comfortable working with vendors and following established processes to support on‑site maintenance activities
Ability to work independently on routine tasks while collaborating effectively with team members
Willingness to learn, take guidance from senior technicians, and support infrastructure projects as assigned
Basic computer skills and ability to learn systems such as Building Monitoring Systems (BMS)

Responsibilities

Performs moderately difficult preventative and corrective maintenance checks on-site to facility components
Performs moderately difficult repairs, maintenance, installations and on-site inspections to facility systems.
Supports energy efficiency measures
Monitors the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and resolves moderately difficult alarm issues issues that require judgement in resolving while following standard operating procedures
Operates and maintains plumbing, fire suppression, and safety systems.
Operates critical infrastructures under the supervision of more senior technical staff
Supports the work approval process for service providers on moderately difficult maintenance work, for tracking: briefing at the start of work, work during the day workday/shift and final review of the work carried out.
Ensures vendor maintenance activities are carried out as per Equinix's standard operating procedures
In cooperation with vendors, supports modifications to technical files for plants and equipment ensuring files and builds are up-to-date
Performs moderately difficult site logs for permits, such as Maintenance Operation Protocol (MOPs) and scripts
Identifies Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and makes recommendations
Responds to all moderately difficult on-site incidents, including failures, problems and delays
Uses substantial understanding in following operating procedures to support on-site administration
Completes routine work requests and circuit installations
Troubleshoots and maintains office equipment (if necessary); supports auxiliary equipment and machines with problem solving and repairs to avoid/minimize downtime
Makes minor changes to mechanical, electrical and specialized systems, as directed
Carries out infrastructure projects
Collaborates with others to resolve moderately difficult facility incidents
Effectively collaborates within the department; may mentor team members on general maintenance activities
Provides stakeholders of inventory needs in order to maintain optimal stock levels of critical parts and equipment
May recommend infrastructure projects