Job Description

Apex Systems has an immediate opening available for a Data Center Engineer with one of our large clients out of Northern Virginia. This ideal candidate should have a strong background in overseeing electrical/mechanical operations, an understanding of Uninterupptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, and knowledge of working with refrigeration cycles. If you are interested in learning more, apply TODAY!

Location: Herndon, VA or Sterling, VA

Duration: 6+ month contract with the potential to go full-time

Shift: Day and night shift options available

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the on-site management of shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices and procedures.
• Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
• Work with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.
• Operate and manage both routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as: switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
• May assist in the design and build out of new facilities.
• May assist in projects to increase current facility efficiency.
• Responsible for asset and inventory management.
• Assist in recruiting efforts
• Deliver quality service and ensure all customer demands are met

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Technical (Military/ Trade School) Degree and relevant experience.
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• 2-4 years of management experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize in complex, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• 2-4 years of Data Center Engineering Experience
• 2-4 years of Data Center Management Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work experience placement, For subcontractor, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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