Job Description
The Facilities Technician assists in the planning, installation, and operation of corporate systems, equipment and Data Center related to physical equipment layout, HVAC, fire detection and suppression, building entry systems, security monitoring systems, elevators, electrical supply service and circuits, and power protection equipment and emergency power. This position evaluates needs and requirements, recommends, procures, designs, and ensures quality fabrication, testing, installation, and maintenance of special and/or unique electronic, electrical and/or mechanical circuits, systems, equipment, fixtures, and devices for in-house company use. The Facilities Technician also assists in maintaining the integrity, repair, and utility of non-EDP equipment as well as assists in providing the Company with quality Building System Services and providing personnel with adequate, comfortable, appropriate, useful and reliable facilities and equipment with which the goals of the Company can be met.
The Facilities Technician assists in the planning, installation, and operation of corporate systems, equipment and Data Center related to physical equipment layout, HVAC, fire detection and suppression, building entry systems, security monitoring systems, elevators, electrical supply service and circuits, and power protection equipment and emergency power. This position evaluates needs and requirements, recommends, procures, designs, and ensures quality fabrication, testing, installation, and maintenance of special and/or unique electronic, electrical and/or mechanical circuits, systems, equipment, fixtures, and devices for in-house company use. The Facilities Technician also assists in maintaining the integrity, repair, and utility of non-EDP equipment as well as assists in providing the Company with quality Building System Services and providing personnel with adequate, comfortable, appropriate, useful and reliable facilities and equipment with which the goals of the Company can be met.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate new technology.
- Assist in managing projects in general construction.
- Work with Data Center support systems (power, HVAC, fire protection, etc.).
- Assist in upkeep and maintenance of power from provider and generator/UPS systems (Corporate Offices and ABF Service Centers) as well as lighting (interior and exterior of buildings).
- Assist with HVAC building automation system, and system maintenance to include fire suppression (sprinkler and gaseous systems) and security systems (CCTV and RFID).
- Other duties and projects, as assigned.
- Assist and guide landscaping contractors on projects as needed.
- Perform major and minor carpentry, painting, and plumbing maintenance work.
- Perform outside maintenance on systems, gates, security equipment, parking lots, etc.
- Build and modify modular workstations and manage workstation parts inventory.
- Assist in development of tactics to reduce utility expenses.
- Work alongside vendors and contractors
- Assist with vendor selection and management.
Requirements
Education:
- Associate's Degree in Applied Science in Electronics Technology, or a Technical School certificate/degree, preferred
- 3 years experience in building systems maintenance in commercial buildings with Data Centers.
- Experience with building automation or industrial controls.
- Knowledge of Commercial HVAC operation and repair procedures.
- Proficient with Carrier i-Vu/Niagra Building Automation Software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- General working knowledge of building HVAC systems, including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, electronic controls, and all related sensors and control systems.
- General working knowledge of the unique HVAC systems and components necessary to provide and support the required environment for a large data center operation.
- General working knowledge of building electrical power systems, including power utility integration, switching and distribution components, circuit protection systems, generators and related control systems, UPS systems, and all related monitoring and control systems, as well as the codes and regulations that relate to such systems.
- General working knowledge of fire detection, suppression, and prevention systems, including sprinkler, gaseous discharge fire suppression systems, gaseous discharge fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, alarm systems, pumps, valves and all other components for the fire systems in the building in general and the data center specifically, including the codes and regulations that relate to such systems.
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Active Learning
- Effective Communications
- Emergency Management
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Premises Operation and Maintenance
- Problem Management
- Vendor Management
Other Details
Work Hours:
- Generally, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.
- This is a hourly position paid biweekly.
About Us
ArcBest® is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. We offer ground, air, and ocean transportation through various capacity providers, including our LTL carrier ABF Freight®, our truckload service MoLo®, and our expedite fleet, Panther Premium Logistics®. Through our managed solutions, we partner with customers to create logistics strategies that increase operational efficiencies, reduce costs and give better insights into their supply chains. We also offer moving services through U-Pack®. Our technology and innovations team, ArcBest Technologies, provides custom-built solutions, leading-edge technology, and advanced analytics that help support our customers and optimize supply chains. Want to join the ArcBest team? We're looking for top talent who supports our values-driven culture and is driven to deliver an excellent customer experience.
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