Another Source’s client, Sabey Data Centers, is recruiting an Operations Engineer to join their Ashburn, VA team. 

The schedule for this role is Sunday-Wednesday 10pm-8am. 

About the Role: 

This position will be responsible for "hands-on" day-to-day facility maintenance, repairs, and operations for Operations within the company’s portfolio. This position plays a role in maintaining data center infrastructure, ensuring high availability, and support to the operations team. The company’s data centers incorporate a variety of topologies and brands of electrical, mechanical, and environmental control systems, supporting our varied tenants’ needs. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Routine Equipment Maintenance: 

• Execute scheduled and preventive maintenance tasks on data center equipment. 
• Perform equipment checks, inspections, and cleaning as part of routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity. 
• Collaborate with the data center team to support preventive maintenance activities, including tasks such as equipment testing, cleaning, and inspection. 
• Ensure that preventive maintenance tasks are executed according to established schedules and guidelines to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. 

• Monitoring and Alert Response: 

• Monitor data center environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and power consumption, through the use of monitoring tools and systems. 
• Respond promptly to alarms and alerts, following predefined procedures to investigate and address issues or escalate them to senior engineers as necessary. 
• Maintain vigilant awareness of equipment status and health by regularly reviewing monitoring dashboards. 

• Assistance in Issue Resolution: 

• Collaborate closely with senior engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues. 
• Participate in diagnosing problems, implementing solutions, and documenting incident details and resolutions for future reference. 
• Offer support during critical incidents and participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 coverage. 

• Inventory Management and Documentation: 

• Assist in managing inventory levels, tracking stock levels, and initiating procurement of replacement parts or equipment when required. 
• Contribute to the maintenance of comprehensive documentation on equipment configurations for future reference. 

• Vendor and Contractor Coordination: 

• Work in conjunction with external vendors and contractors during equipment installations, upgrades, and repairs. 
• Follow instructions, provide assistance as needed, and ensure that external work aligns with industry standards and project timelines. 

• Adherence to Compliance and Safety: 

• Strictly adhere to established data center procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and safety regulations. 
• Promote a safety-conscious culture, emphasizing proper equipment handling and safety procedures within the data center. 
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling of equipment and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). 
• Promote a culture of safety within the data center environment and report any safety concerns or incidents promptly. 

• Support for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: 

• Actively participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts. 
• Assist in ensuring that data center operations are well-prepared to respond effectively to emergencies, minimize downtime, and maintain service continuity. 

• Incident Response: 

• Be part of an on-call rotation to quickly respond to and resolve critical incidents. 
• Coordinate with the Operations team to implement disaster recovery plans and restore services in the event of major outages. 
• Document incidents comprehensively, analyzing root causes and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences. 
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders during and after incidents to provide updates and assurance. 

• Embody Sabey core values. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or coursework related to data center operations are a plus.  
• Relevant industry experience (mechanical, electrical, controls, etc.). Ability to quickly learn such systems, utilizing operations manuals and similar documentation. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc. 
• Ability to become proficient in other software.  
• Demonstrated desire to continuously learn.  
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to maintain a strong focus on attention to detail. 
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.  
• Developed problem-solving and analytical abilities.  
• Self-motivated and possess the ability to motivate others.  
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude and work well under pressure. 

Sabey’s investment in YOU:   

Sabey is building an enduring next-generation company that inspires and values team-member greatness, which is achieved through intentional and strategic focus on optimizing the strengths of individuals and the collective organization. SabeyLife is a comprehensive portfolio of offerings focused on optimizing our holistic well-being, ensuring that we have the resources we need to pursue purpose and meaning in every area of our lives. SabeyLife is who we are as a team. We want each team member to be the best they can be – not just at work, but also for their friends, families and the communities they serve.  

SabeyLife programs include:  

• Health and Wellness Program  
• Thought Patterns for High Performance  
• Everything DiSC  
• Built to Last  

To learn more about Sabey, take a look:  

https://sabeydatacenters.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/company/sabeydatacenters/  

https://twitter.com/sabey  

EEO Policy Statement: Sabey Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sabey Data Centers and Sabey Construction, are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, or national origin.  

If you need further assistance and/or accommodation to apply, please contact the Sabey Human Resources Department at (206) 277-5247 or by email at maxsch@sabey.com.  

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