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Job Summary

Has a substantial understanding of the job while working on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgement in resolving issues or making recommendations. Focus is on moderately difficult tasks, using substantial understanding of standard operating procedure. Supports the overall team.

Responsibilities

Facility / Infrastructure Maintenance

Performs moderately difficult preventative and corrective maintenance checks on-site to facility components

Performs moderately difficult repairs, maintenance, installations and on-site inspections to facility systems. Supports energy efficiency measures

Monitors the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and resolves moderately difficult alarm issues issues that require judgement in resolving while following standard operating procedures

Operates and maintains plumbing, fire suppression, and safety systems

Operates critical infrastructures under the supervision of more senior technical staff

Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments

Vendor Support

Supports the work approval process for service providers on moderately difficult maintenance work, for tracking: briefing at the start of work, work during the day workday/shift and final review of the work carried out. Ensures vendor maintenance activities are carried out as per Equinix's standard operating procedures.

In cooperation with vendors, supports modifications to technical files for plants and equipment ensuring files and builds are up-to-date.

Site Administration & Incident Support

Performs moderately difficult site logs for permits, such as Maintenance Operation Protocol (MOPs) and scripts

Identifies Single Points of Failure (SPOFs) and makes recommendations

Responds to all moderately difficult on-site incidents, including failures, problems and delays

Uses substantial understanding in following operating procedures to support on-site administration

Work Orders & Additional Projects

Completes routine work requests and circuit installations

Troubleshoots and maintains office equipment (if necessary); supports auxiliary equipment and machines with problem solving and repairs to avoid/minimize downtime

Makes minor changes to mechanical, electrical and specialized systems, as directed

Carries out infrastructure projects

Collaboration

Collaborates with others to resolve moderately difficult facility incidents

Effectively collaborates within the department; may mentor team members on general maintenance activities

Provides stakeholders of inventory needs in order to maintain optimal stock levels of critical parts and equipment

May recommend infrastructure projects

Qualifications

Typical Degree & Years of Experience

Typically requires a high school diploma and proven years of equivalent work experience

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - SV11 Silicon Valley : 73,400 - 110,200 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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