Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer

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Salary : $50,000 - $60,000 per year

A bit about us :

We provide reliable, secure, and scalable data center services across the Southeast.

Why join us?

This is the perfect gateway to the booming data center industry.

You’ll learn from experts, build real-world skills, and grow into a vital part of our team.

Love hands-on work? If you're mechanically inclined, this job is for you whether you’ve worked on cars, built decks, or just love figuring things out.

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of technology across the Southeast.

Job Details

We seek a Data Center Facilities Engineer (Junior Level ) to join the team to assist the Facilities Director daily by working with the electrical and mechanical systems in our existing data center.

As the Assistant to the Data Center Facilities Manager, you will assist with day-to-day requirements, regular preventative maintenance, vendor management, and all aspects of the critical systems on-site.

You will be responsible for reporting daily operational metrics made during rounds, supervising vendors while they are on sites and assuring all safety and industry standards are followed.

Our ideal candidate must be mechanically inclined. (Data Center Environments Preferred)

This role will regularly interact with customers to ensure the highest customer service for new installations, moves, adds, and changes.

Cross-training with other operations personnel will be expected to provide continuity of operations within the DC Blox footprint.

This is a hands-on, active job that candidates must be in good physical condition to complete. Due to the criticality of data center systems, a 24 / 7 on-call rotation is always in effect and required.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Operate critical electrical systems including utility power, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, PDU systems, power feed equipment, and power busways

Operate critical mechanical systems including computer room air conditioners, chillers, cooling towers, fire detection / suppression, etc.

Supervise vendors to ensure that all work is performed according to best practice and established DC Blox procedures

Follow preventative maintenance MOPs (Method of procedures), schedules, vendor relationships, etc.

Work for the Data Center Site Manager to facilitate customer tours, installs, etc. to ensure the highest customer satisfaction

Maintain a constant state of readiness for electrical and mechanical systems

Qualifications

1.) Basic knowledge of critical electrical systems in a data center environment including :

UPS systems

Generator systems

Electrical switch gear

Power distribution

2.) Basic knowledge of critical mechanical and HVAC systems in a data center environment

DX units, standard CRAC’s (Computer room air conditioners)

Basic knowledge of fire suppression systems

Basic knowledge of monitoring critical electrical and mechanical systems

CT management and replacements

Working knowledge of tracking technologies and methodologies (EPMS, BMS, SCADA, DCIM)

Basic knowledge of MOP, SOP, and RCA documentation

Are you ready to dive into the fast-paced world of data centers? DC BLOX is seeking an enthusiastic Data Center Facilities Engineer (Entry-Level) to join our growing team in Birmingham, AL! This is your chance to learn from the best and gain hands-on experience with critical electrical and mechanical systems in a cutting-edge data center environment.

What You’ll Do :

Assist the Facilities Manager with daily operations and preventative maintenance of our state-of-the-art data center.

Get hands-on with critical electrical and mechanical systems think utility power, UPS systems, generators, cooling towers, fire suppression, and more!

Work alongside and supervise vendors to ensure everything is done safely and to our high standards.

Play a key role in customer service by facilitating tours, installations, and more.

Be a vital part of keeping our facility running 24 / 7 yes, there’s an on-call rotation, but think of it as being the hero behind the scenes!

Why This Role Rocks :

No experience? No problem! This is the perfect gateway to the booming data center industry.

You’ll learn from experts, build real-world skills, and grow into a vital part of our team.

Love hands-on work? If you're mechanically inclined, this job is for you whether you’ve worked on cars, built decks, or just love figuring things out.

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of technology across the Southeast.

What We’re Looking For :

A basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

A desire to learn and grow in a mission-critical environment.

Great communication skills (you’ll need to email and document clearly).

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook).

Someone who thrives on teamwork and values safety.

Preferred (but not required) :

Certified Electrician or HVAC Technician

Experience with chilled water HVAC systems or fire suppression

NFPA 70E trained or other safety certifications

If you're looking to kickstart your career in a fast-growing industry with a company that supports your development - apply today to hear more.

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