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Colocation Facilities Engineer

Colocation Facilities Engineer

FirstLightPortsmouth, NH, US
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Job Description

We are seeking a Data Center / Facilities engineer to oversee new common system and infrastructure of installation / capacity augment projects. The candidate would be responsible for monthly common system capacity reporting for assigned facilities and day to day maintenance and PMs of assigned FirstLight facilities. This role has combined responsibility for data center process and compliance activities. The expectation is that the Data Center / Facilities engineer would oversee common systems, operations and maintenance of FirstLight facilities. They will coordinate projects with the Facilities Director, department managers and project managers. The duties listed require strict adherence to budgets and formal bid process.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee maintenance and installation activities on major network infrastructure components.
  • Coordinate and oversee purchasing, installation, repair, and routine maintenance for each assigned facilities asset.
  • Coordinate internal resources, contractors / vendors for existing facilities and new construction, cabinet installations and service cross connections.
  • Provide monthly common system capacity reporting for assigned facilities.
  • Maintain SP Marketplace documentation of all facilities / assets assigned.
  • Collaborate with Network Design Engineering to facilitate clean SOW packages; understand power and grounding, HVAC / UPS architecture fundamentals.
  • Ensure Network Facilities Technician understands access procedures for all relevant sites under their area of operation.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and reporting for infrastructure components (HVAC, Emergency Generators, transfer switching, remote gen set operation, maintenance, and interface connections).
  • Oversee contract labor for end-to-end installation, test, turn-up, and maintenance of all infrastructure and common systems related projects.
  • Be available as Essential Personnel in emergency scenarios.
  • When necessary, assist Field Operations installation tasks.
  • Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.
  • Participate in On-Call Rotation.

Job Qualifications

  • Proficiency with SP Marketplace essential.
  • Basic understanding of test equipment (Power / grounding / HVAC / UPS) and related testing equipment to conduct and troubleshoot the FirstLight infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and understand CLR's, floor plan diagrams and one line power diagrams.
  • Knowledge of inventory control protocols.
  • Experience in troubleshooting process (e.g., point-to-point analysis).
  • Knowledge of AC / DC power architecture and operational fundamentals.
  • Familiarity with industry standard installation practices (lacing and seizing, planning for network installations, ordering and gathering equipment, verifying and testing circuits, equipment and alarms).
  • Physical requirements : walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, handling objects or controls, talking, hearing, standing, reaching with hands and arms; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds; climbing stairs and ladders; travel to critical infrastructure locations; occasional overnight travel; ability to work and drive in all-weather conditions; moderate to occasional noise from power equipment and tools.

    • About FirstLight

    FirstLight, headquartered in Albany, New York, provides fiber-optic data, Internet, data center, cloud and voice services to enterprise and carrier customers throughout the Northeast connecting more than 13,000 locations in service with more than 125,000 locations serviceable by our more than 25,000-route mile network. FirstLight offers a robust suite of advanced telecommunications products featuring a comprehensive portfolio of high bandwidth connectivity solutions including Ethernet, wavelength, and dark fiber services as well as dedicated Internet access solutions, data center, cloud and voice services. FirstLight's clientele includes national cellular providers and wireline carriers and many leading enterprises, spanning high tech manufacturing and research, hospitals and healthcare, banking and financial, secondary education, colleges and universities, and local and state governments.

    FirstLight Fiber is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with state and federal laws, FirstLight's equal opportunity policy is that all applicants and employees are treated equally by the company with respect to employment opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or veteran disability.

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