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Through our DCTA Elevate Program, candidates who may not yet have direct data center or technical experience will receive structured training followed by on-the-job learning in a data center environment.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>As a member of the Engineering and Facilities team, you will support the operation and maintenance of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, follow detailed safety and operating procedures, and help maintain world-class facility reliability. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with curiosity for technology, a strong work ethic, and interest in electrical, mechanical, or facilities systems.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Basic Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Highly proficient in written and spoken English<\/li>\n<li>Lifting and moving up to 39 pounds independently on a normal basis. 40+ pounds for group lifts.<\/li>\n<li>Working and performing construction tasks from ladders.<\/li>\n<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office products (e.g., Excel, Word) and web-based operational tools.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No<\/strong> prior data center experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Nice-to-Have Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1+ years of job-related experience in a fast-paced environment (restaurant, hospital\/ER, classroom\/schools, military, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant discipline.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) control systems and data collection\/trending.<\/li>\n<li>Proficient with Change Management Systems (CMS) and Ticket Systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>In-person Classroom Training:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Selected candidates will begin with a 4week instructor-led training program through a local community college.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Safety:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Uphold and promote the highest safety standards, fostering a world-class safety culture.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with other teams to address safety risks\/issues and take ownership of safety initiatives and projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Engineering &#038; Facility Operations and Maintenance:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Demonstrate operational expertise in electrical and mechanical equipment, including UPS\u2019s, Switchgear, Circuit<\/li>\n<li>Breakers, ATS&#8217;s, Diesel Generators, Chillers, HVAC, Exhaust Fans, VFD&#8217;s, and Transformers.<\/li>\n<li>Troubleshoot events within internal SLAs and work varying shifts (morning, late, and night).<\/li>\n<li>Conduct routine rounds\/log-taking for operational readings of mechanical and electrical equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance.<\/li>\n<li>Respond to off-duty emergency calls on an on-call rotation basis.<\/li>\n<li>Lift\/move objects\/materials within regulatory weight limits and work in outdoor weather conditions occasionally.<\/li>\n<li>Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Shift Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shifts are 12.5 hours long (5:30 AM\/PM \u2013 6:30 AM\/PM)<\/li>\n<li>Days are 3 on 4 off, 4 on 3 off. For example, you could work Sunday \u2013 Tuesday, be off Wednesday \u2013 Saturday, and then work Sunday \u2013 Wednesday, be off Thursday \u2013 Saturday.<\/li>\n<li>Both day and night shifts are required to be worked if offered the opportunity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the Elevate Program?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Brooksource\u2019s Elevate program is designed to accelerate skill-set development for cutting-edge technologies through in-depth, paid technical training, professional development, and cultural enrichment. While working in the Elevate program, you will learn the skills and capabilities needed for advanced promotional activities and become a part of our client\u2019s next generation Leadership pipeline. 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