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Netrality Data Centers

Critical Facilities Engineer

Netrality Data Centers, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Overview Netrality Data Centers is a growing private-equity backed owner-operator of strategic interconnection properties. With eighteen premier data centers located in six metropolitan markets, Netrality continues to acquire strategic network interconnection data centers and develop Meet Me Rooms (MMRs) and wholesale data center space within those properties to offer the highest quality and most robust direct network interconnections in the market.

Netrality offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to our employees, notably:

Multiple offerings for medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life, short- and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance

Paid parental leave, fertility support, 401k matching

Employee discount services through our partner savings platform

$1:$1 company match for all eligible charitable gifts

Who We Need Netrality has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Critical Facilities Engineer to be a part of a well-established engineering team within a data center/colocation space and commercial office building. The successful candidate will effectively and efficiently operate and maintain all HVAC and related equipment and provide environmental control to the property.

Netrality is a close-knit team of A-players. This is a great opportunity for the right person to establish efficiencies and best practice enterprise-wide, with the potential for growth within the function over time.

Description of Responsibilities

Provide prompt and courteous response to customers within the guidelines set forth by Netrality.

Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.

Perform as a team member with fellow data center team.

Stay abreast of the latest technology as related to building systems and equipment and emergency response regarding fire and life safety.

Record pertinent data on all equipment in accordance with federal, state, and local codes and requirements.

Conduct utility and equipment tests to include Fire Pumps, Emergency Diesel Generators, and Switchgear.

Maintain continuous operations of equipment by troubleshooting and repairing.

Appropriately address and expeditiously resolve tenant maintenance and engineering problems.

Develop a thorough knowledge of all types of HVAC and related equipment.

Support tenant relationships by partnering with property management and data center teams

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all mechanical equipment and HVAC equipment as outlined by the Chief Engineer or the Senior Engineer including, but not limited to pumps, chillers and cooling towers, boilers, air compressors, and air handling units.

Make adjustments and changes to base building HVAC and related equipment to maintain established comfort zones within the guidelines set forth by the Chief Engineer or Senior Engineer.

Start and stop HVAC machinery under the direction of the Chief Engineer or Senior Engineer.

Perform general repairs, maintenance and replacement of building components including, but not limited to walls and ceilings of data center and office spaces, plumbing and electrical work, and A/C controls.

Participate in the chemical program including biocides, chemical analysis, and continuous inventory of chemicals onsite.

Maintain plant logs and files where appropriate including engine room, chemical usage, and maintenance

Order, stock, and inventory parts and supplies as directed by the Chief Engineer or Senior Engineer

All other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Position Requirements and Desired Skills

High School Diploma required; industry related certifications strongly preferred

Critical Facility Engineering experience strongly preferred

Experience with commercial building operation and maintenance a plus

Minimum of 5 years of industry experience including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. of materials

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Licensed Stationary Engineer and/or refrigerant certification would be preferred.

Computer skills and building automation systems experience required. Proficiency in Tridium Niagara strongly desired.

Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal training preferred.

Able to create, interpret, and follow departmental procedures such as MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.

Perform all work in a safe manner

Willingness to be flexible in shifts worked, including night shift

Willingness to be on-call for after-hours emergencies, should they emerge

Ability to exercise excellent judgement and decisions

Follow all current emergency procedures set forth by Netrality and the assigned property

Excellent communicator and works well as a member of a team

Experience working independently as well as collaboratively; effectively managing priorities while meeting hard deadlines

Ability to work cross-functionally with ease

Proficient with computer, commonly using email and Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated, initiative taker

Drive to learn new skills and improve processes

Highest ethical and professional conduct and integrity

Adhere to all guidelines and expectations set forth in company's corporate handbook and CBA

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