Facilities Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD (NOW HIRING)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is looking for a Critical Facilities Engineer to join their client in Leesburg, VA.
Responsibilities:
* Monitor performance of maintenance and operations on all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center
* Operate and maintain critical infrastructure systems (e.g., UPS, generators, HVAC, electrical distribution)
* Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems
* Perform equipment/facility readings, and critical infrastructure operations and maintenance activities
* Track, monitor, and report key performance indicators, telemetry information systems, and facility data
* Escort contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, and service providers on site, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with standard practices, procedures, federal/local legislation, and municipal codes
* Support operations through basic channels such as work order ticketing systems, scheduling, root cause analysis, change management, documentation and upkeep of procedures and building management systems
* Learn/assist with root cause analysis, change management processes, documentation, upkeep of procedures and building management systems
* Utilize internal CMMS to complete work order requests for preventative, predictive, and corrective work
* Maintain accurate facility data including rounds, Planned Maintenance work orders, change management processes, etc.
* Assist in response to emergencies and critical issues, as necessary
* Work with site team, according to staffing and situation, towards complete incident mitigation
* Troubleshoot and document technical issues, escalateas appropriate, and ensure issue resolution with team members
* Work to gain skills during on-the-job training for preventive maintenance and repairs on data center equipment and datacenter operations
* Work shifts to support 24x7 data center operations and have flexibility in work hours to cover other shifts as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
* Technical (Military/Trade School) Training and Certification, Associate degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
* Data center experience, or 3+ years of critical infrastructure experience working with the operation of building cooling, electrical, mechanical, building controls, automation, and life safety systems
* Flexibility to work non-standard business hours, that will include weekends and/or holidays, on a shift schedule to support 24x7 data center operations
* Relevant data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) experience
* Understand basic electrical and mechanical terminology and theory
* Familiarity with systems like UPS, generators, AHUs, CRACs, etc.
* Some knowledge of construction techniques, terminology, and documentation (ability to interpret blueprints, one-lines, construction drawings etc.)
* Proficient with Microsoft Office products (excel, word) and web-based operational tools
* Demonstrated effective communication with coworkers and multiple internal/external teams
* Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional travel between work locations
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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