5381 - Data Center Technician Apprentice Intern at NTT DATA… · Ashburn

Summary: NTT Global Data Centers is a leading data center provider, and they are seeking a Data Center Technician Apprentice Intern to assist in maintaining operational integrity and compliance of various systems. The role involves working closely with Data Center Technicians to develop skills and ensure the operational efficiency of the data center. Responsibilities: - Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in multiple facility systems, areas include: Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Life Safety, and Building Monitoring and Control - Work with contractors and consultants for all system expansions, corrections and upgrades - Work with the CFOps Data Center Technicians to determine the buildings maintenance requirements for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control and fire life safety systems - Assists the CFOps Data Center Technicians to track, document, and complete an aggressive preventive and predictive maintenance schedule - Ensure data center operates at maximum operational efficiency, including analyzing existing operating conditions, recommending new approaches to operations and/or technologies, and improving overall efficiency and cost reduction. Assist with the management of data center systems to avoid unplanned, customer-impacting events - Assist with the management of data floor and back of house/hotel load mechanical and electrical loading capacity thereby ensuring best use of available power and that the cooling system is operating at its highest efficiency - Perform data trending / tracking and analyze the data - Provide feedback to DCO Engineering on the effectiveness of existing standards and processes - Develop technical writing skills in regard to the research & development of procedures for preventative or corrective maintenance activities - Install hot and cold aisle isolation barriers - Maintain client cages on the data floor - Order, track and restock facility related consumable items and parts ensuring performance at the lowest possible cost - Regular, predictable Attendance is essential for satisfactory performance Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED required - Entry level knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment, including, but not limited to the following: electrical distribution and layout, transformers, PLC's, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, STS', ATS' PDU's, Chilled Water Systems, CRAC/CRAH's, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems - Entry level knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, and compliance issues as well as building codes in regard to fire life safety - Entry level knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e. lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA and state regulations) - Ability to rapidly learn and use PC based, integrated critical monitoring and control systems - Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook - Ability to work in a team environment - Ability to work in a high stress, fast paced environment with shifting priorities - Ability to respond to emergency situations at the data center - Ability to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, late nights, holidays and on-call support - Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, visual and listening skills - Good problem-solving skills - Has a demonstrated technical ability applicable to data center operations as well as, innovative thinking cross functionally, including integrated systems and information technology (IT) experience Preferred Qualifications: - Associate of Science in Technology or equivalent education and/or work experience desired - CPR/First Aid and NFPA70E Certification obtained during employment - Possession of an OSHA approved forklift certification or the ability to obtain one after employment Required Skills: Data center operations, Electrical systems knowledge, Mechanical systems knowledge Important Skills: Plumbing systems knowledge, Fire life safety systems, Preventive maintenance Nice-to-Have Skills: PC proficiency, Industrial safety practices