Data Center Critical Facilities V

Who are we? Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work. Job Summary We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Facilities & Infrastructure Specialist with strong technical expertise and sound judgment. This role involves performing complex maintenance and operations on critical infrastructure, with a deep understanding of standard procedures and best practices. The ideal candidate will provide expert support to the team while ensuring high reliability of mission-critical systems. Responsibilities Facility & Infrastructure Maintenance Perform specialized preventive and corrective maintenance on critical facility systems and components Execute moderately complex repairs, installations, inspections, and troubleshooting of essential infrastructure Monitor the Building Management System (BMS), promptly resolve alarms, and address specialized issues that require significant judgment Operate and maintain plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems Identify and implement energy efficiency improvement measures Work independently on assignments that demand considerable initiative and technical judgment while making valuable recommendations for solutions Vendor Management & Support Coordinate and supervise vendors to ensure all maintenance activities meet quality, safety, and compliance standards Oversee the work approval process, including pre-work briefings, real-time monitoring, and post-work validation Collaborate with vendors to update and maintain accurate technical documentation, drawings, and equipment files Site Administration & Incident Response Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for Datacenter Mechanical Systems, with in-depth knowledge of HVAC, Immersion & Liquid Cooling, HSD Operations, and Hydraulics Prepare specialized site logs, data, and documentation for issuing Maintenance Operation Protocols (MOPs) and work scripts Proactively identify Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and recommend effective mitigation strategies Respond swiftly to incidents, outages, and emergencies; conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement preventive solutions Support and guide on-site teams during critical incidents while ensuring adherence to established processes and procedures Work Orders & Projects Efficiently complete skilled work requests, circuit installations, and advanced troubleshooting Execute complex infrastructure projects and support life-cycle maintenance and end-of-life equipment replacements Recommend and contribute to infrastructure improvement initiatives Collaboration & Team Support Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve challenging facility issues Mentor and guide junior team members on technical maintenance activities Manage critical spares inventory by identifying requirements and coordinating replenishment Qualifications 7+ years of hands-on experience in Data Centers or Heavy Engineering / Industrial sectors BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent High School Diploma with strong relevant experience Certifications in Engineering, Data Center Operations, or related fields will be highly preferred This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, proactive, and solution-oriented professional to play a key role in maintaining world-class data center infrastructure. 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