Critical Facilities Technician, Data Center

Apple - Prineville, OR

Full-time

Prineville, OR

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Critical Facilities Technician at Apple, you will play a vital role in maintaining and operating our facilities, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Your technical expertise will be crucial in ensuring compliance with various codes and standards, while also driving infrastructure improvements that enhance our operational capabilities. You will be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration, where your ideas will contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions that support our high-availability environments. This position requires a commitment to excellence and a proactive approach to problem-solving, as you will be addressing sophisticated topics that impact our facilities' operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and professional manipulation of critical systems, including cooling and electrical systems, in high-risk environments. Regular inspections and supervision of critical equipment will be part of your daily tasks, and you will need to respond promptly to any irregular or malfunctioning conditions. Your ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and suppliers will be essential in achieving our operational goals. You will also be expected to adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations regarding operations and work safety, utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary. The position involves working on a rotating shift schedule, which may include graveyard, weekend, and holiday shifts, with the possibility of overtime based on business needs. You will need to be physically capable of performing tasks that may require lifting items up to 75 lbs and working in varying temperature conditions typical of a data center environment. Your role will not only involve technical skills but also the ability to communicate effectively with team members and other departments, ensuring that everyone is aligned and informed about operational procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect and supervise critical equipment and respond to irregular or malfunctioning conditions.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and without disruption to the business.
• Follow established procedures for assigned activities.
• Collaborate cross functionally with teams as well as vendors and suppliers to achieve goals.
• Follow all federal, state, and local regulations for operations and work safety.
• Use appropriate PPE such as ARC Flash suits and/or coveralls in a variety of environments.

Requirements

• Experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fire life safety systems.
• Ability to read and interpret fire system, electrical system, and/or mechanical system drawings.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach and lift as required, on a continuous basis, with items that can weigh up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work extended hours within a Data Center Environment and typically within a heat range of 60 degrees Fahrenheit upwards of 110 degrees Fahrenheit while following OSHA driven work rest cycles.
• Ability to climb and utilize a ladder varying in types from A-Frame to extension ladders at various heights.

Nice-to-haves

• 4+ years of related experience in a critical environment.
• Ability to perform practical applications of preventative and corrective maintenance for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and other infrastructure systems.
• Understanding of hyper scale electrical and mechanical systems and NFPA70e and OSHA Regulations that pertain to data centers.
• Knowledge of safety procedures, established techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to take initiative with minimal direction.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with team members and other departments.