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Prime Data Centers · 1 week ago

Critical Operations Technician

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$39/hr - $46/hr

2+ years exp

Prime Data Centers develops and operates data centers for large enterprises, focusing on providing dynamic leasing models. The Critical Operations Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and operating electrical and mechanical equipment, ensuring customer uptime, and supervising contractors to maintain quality service.

Cloud Data ServicesCommercial Real EstateData CenterData Center Automation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical, mechanical, emergency generator, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center

Troubleshoot of facility events within internal SLAs

Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures

Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work

Work a 12-hour shift (3 and 4 day work weeks days or nights)

Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.)

Perform BMS (Building Management System) Facility monitoring, logging, reporting, and trending of critical information

Utilize internal CMMS to manage building workflows and spare part inventory

Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance

Fully comply with all physical security procedures and policies

Drive innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities

Qualification

Electrical systemsMechanical systemsData center experienceBuilding Management SystemIndustrial safety practicesRoot cause analysisTroubleshootingContractor supervision

Required

Two or more years of technical training, military training, or workplace equivalency

Background in areas of IT, electrical, and/or mechanical

Possess an understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems used in a data center environment including, but not limited to the following: electrical distribution and layout, Transformers, PLC's, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, STS', ATS' PDU's, Chilled Water Systems, CRAC/CRAH's, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems

Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, and compliance issues as well as building codes in regard to fire life safety

Current knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e., lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations)