Data Center Customer Operations Technician - Culpeper, VA

Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work. Job Summary A highly skilled specialist that contributes to the development of new concepts and techniques, consistently works on complex assignments requiring independent action. Focus is on complex tasks requiring highly skilled and independent judgement, while contributing to the development of new concepts and techniques for standard operating procedures. Supports the overall team. Responsibilities Queue Management / Reporting Coordinates incoming requests and work assignments to support customer orders; works on complex customer requests Initiates project meetings, including capturing and distributing notes and action items Understands the approval process and determines timelines for orders that have been expedited or requires negotiation Determines when to approve custom orders and amends for labor hours and material costs, if required Coordinates the review of eligibility approvals in the system Provides weekly queue management activity reports and metrics to supervisor Oversees completion of necessary reporting, manages ad-hoc reporting requests Supports internal/external audits on request by management Coordinates reviews and/or approvals of work order permits Updates local asset databases and other systems Creates/Supports reporting to customers (e.g. power or access) Installations Acts as a highly skilled subject matter support expert for customer installations within the team, including: rack and stack, cages, cable distribution trays, cabinets and cable management/support systems Provides guidance and subject matter expertise to support large-scale installations Coordinates complex installations and challenges related to customer installs and/or requests Cross Connects Supports complex datacenter cross-connect work requiring development of new concepts and techniques for standard operating procedure and independent judgement for installs, terminations, modifications, and testing Identifies cost savings opportunities and makes recommendations to leaders Proposes and implements use of advanced technology, for testing equipment (fusion splicing, etc.) Acts as a SME support lead for all cross-connect installs, terminations, testing and modifications Testing / Troubleshooting Utilizes advanced troubleshooting ability to lead fault resolution Assures timely calibration and repairs on (testing) equipment Stakeholder Partnership Monitors stock levels and proactively addresses needs for reordering of materials in partnership with proper teams Supports and maintains relationships with internal stakeholders for cross functional work Provides guidance to more junior team members on coordinating activity with internal stakeholders Supports security team by dispatching contractors outside standard security office hours Customer Management Supports customer requirements/issues, especially in sensitive situations Attends internal coordination, progress meetings or conference calls; and, provides updates as needed to customers Point of Contact (POC) for supporting complex and high profile customer requests, exceptions or escalations Acts as a subject matter expertise support lead for customer communications on projects Projects Develops job plans for large installation projects using various project management tools Contributes to vendor review and oversight with management Training Supports standard operating procedures and best practices to maintain a high level of service is maintained May coach others on operations procedures and basic safety May provide coaching and mentorship to more junior team members Auto req ID

481302BR

Minimum Education Required High School/GED Qualifications Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Typical Degree & Years of Experience Typically requires a high school diploma and proven years of equivalent work experience The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: United States - CU2 Culpeper : 67,400 - 101,000 USD / Annual Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. City* Culpeper State* Virginia Job_Category Operations Job Code IT Information Technology Affiliate Sponsor Equinix Salary Range $60,000-$75,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs