Facilities Technician

Job Title

This job is responsible for the uninterrupted operation, repair and maintenance of building systems and the implementation of construction projects in corporate and subsidiary facilities, including the data center.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, test and inspect, troubleshoot and repair new and existing building systems and equipment, including fire suppression systems, sprinkler systems, emergency generators, plumbing systems, chilled water and condenser water distribution systems, water treatment systems, air distribution systems, UPS systems, kitchen equipment, temperature controls and PC-based building automated controls systems, computer room air conditioning units, and electrical distribution equipment only by a qualified licensed technician. Maintain and update records of the building systems drawings and documentation. Operate, maintain, test and inspect, troubleshoot and repair new and existing equipment and systems, including interior and exterior lighting, transformers, panelboards, low and medium voltage switchgear, elevators and lift systems, controls systems, power distribution units and power monitoring systems, and electrical distribution only by licensed technician. Maintain and update building records of the electrical systems drawings and documentation.
• Monitor, command and interpret the PC- based building automated controls system to monitor, schedule, operate and change the building's HVAC and electrical systems' operations. Perform analysis and diagnosis of existing building systems to determine means to improve the operation of the equipment, reduce energy consumption and improve service level to the corporation.
• Respond to daily maintenance work orders requested by employees in corporate and subsidiary facilities.
• Perform basic repairs and functions related to carpentry, roofing, walls, floors and ceiling systems, doors, office furniture, restrooms, recycling and confidential destruction operations, loading dock equipment and other routine building maintenance. Perform general housekeeping, such as cleaning and painting equipment, walls and floors, recycling collection and destruction, snow and debris removal from parking lots and grounds.
• Provide technical support and construction oversight services to Facilities Management staff and the data center building operations.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Education

Required

• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred

• Associate's Degree in related field

Experience

Required

• 3 years of related, progressive experience.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of building systems in commercial facilities

Preferred

• Experience in operation and maintenance of critical systems in data centers

Licenses or Certifications

Required

• None

Preferred

• Journeyman or Master Plumber License
• Universal Refrigeration License
• Electrical License

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong relationship building skills
• Client focused with strong business acumen
• Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team
• Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units
• Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities
• In-depth knowledge of the operation of the following building systems and will be responsible for all aspects of maintenance performed on these systems: fire suppression systems, sprinkler systems, electrical distribution equipment, emergency generators, lighting and plumbing systems, recycle and confidential destruction operations,chilled water and condenser water distribution systems, water treatment systems, air distribution systems, UPS systems, loading dock equipment, glass and door repairs, kitchen equipment and PC-based building automated control systems and computer room air conditioning units

Language (Other than English):

None

Travel Requirement:

0% - 25%

Physical, Mental Demands and Working Conditions

Position Type

Office-based

Teaches / trains others regularly Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site Occasionally

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees) Never

Physical work site required Yes

Lifting: up to 10 pounds Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds Occasionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds Occasionally