About the role

Facility Operations Specialist at AMERICAN SYSTEMS troubleshooting building systems in data centers. Responsible for maintenance, compliance, and vendor management to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities

access and troubleshoot the functionality of the building systems and equipment to include HVAC, electrical, chill water, generators, air handlers, etc.
determine if issues can be repaired by internal resources or if the repair requires outsourcing to a vendor
be the primary point of contact with vendors for repairs and acts as a liaison between the vendors and the customer’s facilities manager
operate, monitor, maintain, inspect, and support data center heating and cooling of air and water, power supply, generators, UPS systems, electrical distribution and control and monitoring systems
install, test, configure, customize various data center facility support systems
participate in project teams to replace, repair, and maintain various data center facility systems
provide oversight and guidance to vendors, perform quality control activities on work completed
manage potentially emergent situations, lead corrective action and with leadership through resolution
ensure organization’s compliance with Federal standards including OSHA, EPA, NFPA, as well as other state and local standards
ensure compliance with hazardous materials management, utilization of confined space, industrial hygiene solid waste reduction, pesticide reduction, and recycling
diagnose data center support equipment failure and institute action(s) to return equipment to normal operations
respond to afterhours calls/emergencies in a timely manner if needed as well

5+ years of Facilities and Equipment experience in a Datacenter (preferred), Medical Facility or Commercial setting
Expertise in modern facilities operations to include HVAC and environmental controls, security, safety systems, power, backup power systems, and smart building decision systems.
Skilled at determining electrical power requirements, hardware placement, installation, move, replacement, and removal activities.
Ability to communicate applicable technical subject matter expertise to management and others.
Strong written and oral communication skills in the English language.
All contractor employees must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must be capable of directing personnel and interfacing with the Government and customers.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills.
Work in confined areas such as crawl spaces, attics, utility pits, tunnels, manholes, and other confined spaces.
Move and handle heavy objects such as equipment, tools, and other building materials.