phoenixNAP · 1 month ago
Data Center Electrician
Phoenix, AZ, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPhoenixNAP is a privately held organization of operational, networking and management professionals that have worked in the datacenter and IT fields since the early 1990s. They are seeking a Data Center Electrician who will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment in the data center while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Cloud ComputingWeb Hosting
Responsibilities
Perform periodic maintenance and repairs on facility electrical equipment, including electrical switchgear, transformers, automatic transfer switches, UPS and battery systems, static switches, power distribution units, emergency generators, fire alarm systems, controls and security systems
Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus and fixtures using hand tools and power tools
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components
Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes
Advise supervisor and or management immediately on whether continued operation of electrical equipment could be hazardous to the facility
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using test devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of the system
Plan layout and install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes
Perform business duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment as needed to perform job duties
Identify resolutions to recurring electrical systems
Perform regular walkthroughs of the facility to ensure the proper operation of all facilities-related equipment and systems
Respond to facilities-related emergencies, including electrical equipment failures, fire alarm response, HVAC equipment failures, etc. This includes response to emergencies after-hours and on weekends
Participate in the planning and execution of facilities-related maintenance and construction projects
Participate in the preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures and emergency response procedures for facilities-related equipment
Monitor work performed by facilities vendors and contractors
Assist other members of the facilities department as needed
Must be able to use all hand power tools, all hand tools including pipe cutting, threading machines and tools associated with the trade
Must be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds repetitively
Work from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment or fixtures
Must be able to reach and work overhead, crawl, work bent over, jump and stand for hours
Ability to be on-call and take escalations after hours on a rotational basis
Other duties or projects as assigned or requested
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
Journeyman program certification or trade school or military equivalent
Three to five years of electrical experience, preferably in a data center or other related critical environment
Willing to work overtime as needed to meet company needs
Ability to work with minimum supervision and effectively complete multiple complicated tasks
Strong communication skills and ability to deal tactfully and efficiently at all levels of the organization
Awareness of operational safety requirements in a critical environment and ability to apply and follow procedures and requirements per regulations
Preferred
Master Electrician's license preferred
Company
phoenixNAP
phoenixNAP® is a global IT services provider offering progressive Infrastructure-as-a-Service solutions from locations worldwide.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Hardie
Managing Vice President Sales
William Bell
Executive Vice President of Products
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