Engineering Operation Technician
Brooksource
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Job Details
Skills
- Data Centers
- Operational Excellence
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- HVAC
- Documentation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Repair
- Electrical Systems
- UPS
- Mechanical Engineering
- Adobe AIR
- Management
- Electrical Engineering
- Power Management
- Technical Writing
- Change Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Management
- Performance Management
Summary
Sterling, VA
On-Site role
$25-$35/hr (6-month Contract-to-Hire)
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is seeking a qualified and motivated Engineering Operations Technician to oversee the operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical infrastructure within their data centers in Sterling, VA. As a key member of the Engineering and Facilities team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining world-class mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring facility operations, and implementing safety procedures. This 6-month contract-to-hire position requires hands-on experience with mission-critical data center equipment, strong technical writing skills, and the ability to work 12.5-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and teamwork in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Uphold and promote the highest safety standards, fostering a world-class safety culture.
- Collaborate with other teams to address safety risks/issues and take ownership of safety initiatives and projects.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment, including UPS units, switchgear, circuit breakers, ATSs, diesel generators, chillers, HVAC, exhaust fans, VFDs, and transformers.
- Respond to and resolve operational events within internal SLAs, including working varying shifts (morning, late, and night) and participating in on-call rotations.
- Conduct routine rounds and log operational readings of mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance activities.
- Respond to off-duty emergency calls as part of an on-call rotation.
- Monitor and interpret Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS) during rounds and events.
- Support formal change management programs through technical writing and documentation.
- Lift and move objects/materials within regulatory weight limits and occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions.
- Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder and work in physically demanding conditions (stooping, kneeling, climbing, etc.).
- Work in environments requiring provided ear protection.
- Hands-on experience performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of mission-critical electrical and mechanical data center equipment.
- Operational knowledge of three-phase electrical systems, including switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems.
- Experience with stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems.
- Familiarity with mechanical systems such as CRAHU units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water systems, air handlers, pumps, and motors.
- Exposure to fire/life safety equipment, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.
- Ability to monitor and interpret Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS).
- Technical writing skills to support formal change management processes.
- Willingness to work rotating 12.5-hour shifts (5:30 AM/PM - 6:30 AM/PM), including nights, weekends, and on-call rotations, and to support multiple sites as needed.
- Ability to regularly lift/move up to 39 pounds independently and participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds.
- Ability to maintain balance and perform construction tasks on ladders and work in physically demanding conditions (stooping, kneeling, climbing, etc.).
- Ability to work in environments requiring provided ear protection.
- Dice Id: 10110651
- Position Id: a1Wcv000000okPSEAY
- Posted 20 hours ago
Company Info
Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.
We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!
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Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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