Operating Engineer 2nd Shift (3pm - Midnight)

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Job Description

What this job involves: This position is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in critical facilities. The role involves continuous monitoring and assessment of building operations, ensuring proper functioning of all systems, and maintaining a safe work environment. The engineer will work in a 24/7 data center environment, managing critical infrastructure including fire/life safety systems, HVAC, electrical systems, emergency backup systems, and coordinating contractor activities while maintaining strict compliance with safety protocols.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Monitor and maintain all building systems including fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), and electrical systems (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, switchgear, battery systems)

• Perform preventive maintenance on critical equipment including chillers, boilers, air conditioning units, pumps, valves, piping, and filtration systems

• Install and repair electrical controls, switching equipment, motor controls, and run conduit and wiring to machinery and operating equipment

• Conduct routine system rounds, record readings, analyze data, and make necessary adjustments to ensure optimal equipment performance

• Install, rebuild, and repair pumps, motors, air compressors, heat exchangers, and replace bearings, seals, and other mechanical components

• Oversee contractor activities within the building, ensuring proper training and adherence to critical facility work authorization processes

• Maintain detailed engineering logs, data sheets, and documentation of all building rounds and system readings

• Respond to emergency conditions and equipment malfunctions, analyzing problems and implementing corrective actions

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, Bank of America's Critical Awareness Process, and all established safety procedures

Desired experience and technical skills:

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience in data center/critical facility operations, including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Universal Technician certification for CFCs (or obtain within 90 days of employment)

• Ability to work variable shifts in 24/7 environment, including nights, weekends, and emergency response

• Proficiency in English reading/writing and basic mathematics

• Knowledge of OSHA and state regulations governing powerhouse operations

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally

• Capability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl regularly

Preferred:

• Experience operating and maintaining building electrical, instrumentation and control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLC) and Building Automation Systems (BAS)

• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service

• Experience with basic hand tools, portable electric and pneumatic tools, and rigging equipment such as winches, hoists, and slings

Salary: $44,300 - $68,500 /year

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, interna