Data Center Operations Tech

Apex Systems is looking for a Data Center Operations Tech with a focus on HVAC. This is a direct hire opportunity with one of our large Data Center clients in the Sparks/Reno area.This role will require working 12-hour shifts, with a 3 month rotation between night shifts and day shifts.General Purpose of the Position:The Data Center Operations (DCO) Systems Technician I will work as a team player to provide technical escort in support of all maintenance, operations, and expansion efforts; including critical infrastructure of power, cooling systems, communications, and facilities. Also, completing preventative maintenance as planned by Systems Management.Supervisory Responsibilities:This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for and maintain 100% critical systems uptimeTrain towards becoming a First Responder to critical infrastructure alarmsAccurate and timely completion of work ordersHandle different tool and equipment with precisionAdhere to Safety Policies and ProceduresWork with vendors and contractors to ensure their work meets standardsAssist in inspecting buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditionsPerform assigned collateral duties and tasks assigned by management staffAttend assigned meetings and trainingMaintain professional appearanceOther Duties:Other duties as assignedRequired Job Skills:Some knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems that may be employed in a data center environment; this may include electrical feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS Systems, DC power Systems, ATS/STS units, PDU units, breakers, batteries, load bank connections, CRACs, air handling units, fluid coolers, pumps, cages, and fire suppression systemsKnowledge of data center, safety, electrical, and cooling designsMust follow established safety practices and procedures in applicable situationsAbility to work any shift in a 24x7x365 Operation, including weekends and holidaysMust have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsMust possess basic typing, email, and computer skillsComputer Equipment and Software:Microsoft Suite: Must have Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skillsEducation and Experience:Certification: Preferred - Outlook Fundamentals, OSHA 10, Material Equipment Operator (MEO), First Aid/CPR, NFPA-70E (Arc Flash), Golf Cart, Data Center University, Building Fire Riser, Fire ExtinguisherEducation: High School Diploma or equivalentExperience: 1- 2 year experience in general field as full time employeePhysical Demands:Local, domestic, and international travel is required when requested.The data center is a 24 hour/7 day operation. This position requires the ability to work effectively under pressure and multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously. This person may be required to work extended hours during peak work periods. Team members will be required to read and understand various color codes on components, wiring and equipment. This position will require working near live electrical and mechanical equipment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.If your position requires you to work in the field and/or warehouse, it is mandatory that you wear approved Personal Protective Equipment.The Company reasonably believes the tasks and/or duties of this position could adversely affect the safety and health of the employee or others.