Data Center Electrical Facilities Engineer - Sabey Data Centers
Sabey Data Centers
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Posted: 20-May-25
Location: Quincy, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: $62,000 to $90,000
Required Education:
High School
Internal Number: 102066
Another Source’s client, Sabey Data Centers, is recruiting a Data Center Electrical Facilities Engineer to join their team in Quincy, WA.
Internally role is titled Data Center Operations Engineer 1
Shift Requirement:
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm. Once training is complete, the schedule will change to Sunday – Wednesday or Tuesday – Saturday first shift.
Who is Sabey Data Centers?
Sabey Data Centers is a premier multi-tenant data center provider, setting the standard for operational excellence, efficiency, and sustained uptime. With over 20 years of expertise and three million square feet of mission-critical space, Sabey is the largest privately-owned data center owner and operator in the United States. Their cutting-edge facilities—located in Seattle, WA; East Wenatchee, WA; Quincy, WA; New York, NY; Ashburn, VA; and Austin, TX, with a new location coming soon in Umatilla, OR—support top-tier financial institutions, technology giants, media powerhouses, and healthcare leaders, delivering unparalleled reliability, security, and scalability. By prioritizing sustainability and innovation, Sabey Data Centers continues to shape the digital infrastructure of the future.
SDC is one of the few companies in the industry that both builds and operates its own facilities, giving employees a unique end-to-end view of the data center world. They foster a culture where people who are humble, hungry, and smart are truly valued, supported, and promoted from within. Sabey is deeply committed to being a responsible community partner, returning unused energy to grids and collaborating with local utilities for sustainable impact. While competitors may offer higher salaries, few can match Sabey’s positive culture, purpose-driven mission, and long-term career growth opportunities.
About the role:
This position will be responsible for "hands-on" day-to-day facility maintenance, repairs, and operations within the company’s portfolio. This position plays a role in maintaining data center infrastructure, ensuring high availability, and support to the operations team. The company’s data centers incorporate a variety of topologies and brands of electrical, mechanical, and environmental control systems, supporting our varied tenants’ needs.?
Principal Accountabilities
Routine Equipment Maintenance:
Execute scheduled and preventive maintenance tasks on data center equipment.
Perform equipment checks, inspections, and cleaning as part of routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Collaborate with the data center team to support preventive maintenance activities, including tasks such as equipment testing, cleaning, and inspection.
Ensure that preventive maintenance tasks are executed according to established schedules and guidelines to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Monitoring and Alert Response:
Monitor data center environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and power consumption, through monitoring tools and systems.
Respond promptly to alarms and alerts, following predefined procedures to investigate and address issues or escalate them to senior engineers as necessary.
Maintain vigilant awareness of equipment status and health by regularly reviewing monitoring dashboards.
Assistance in Issue Resolution:
Collaborate closely with senior engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Participate in diagnosing problems, implementing solutions, and documenting incident details and resolutions for future reference.
Offer support during critical incidents and participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 coverage.
Inventory Management and Documentation:
Assist in managing inventory levels, tracking stock levels, and initiating procurement of replacement parts or equipment when required.
Contribute to the maintenance of comprehensive documentation on equipment configurations for future reference
Vendor and Contractor Coordination:
Work in conjunction with external vendors and contractors during equipment installations, upgrades, and repairs.
Follow instructions, provide assistance as needed, and ensure that external work aligns with industry standards and project timelines.
Adherence to Compliance and Safety:
Strictly adhere to established data center procedures and guidelines to maintain compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and safety regulations.
Promote a safety-conscious culture, emphasizing proper equipment handling and safety procedures within the data center.
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling of equipment and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Promote a culture of safety within the data center environment and report any safety concerns or incidents promptly.
Support for Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
Actively participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts.
Assist in ensuring that data center operations are well-prepared to respond effectively to emergencies, minimize downtime, and maintain service continuity.
Incident Response:
Be part of an on-call rotation to quickly respond to and resolve critical incidents.
Coordinate with the Operations team to implement disaster recovery plans and restore services in major outages.
Document incidents comprehensively, analyzing root causes and implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders during and after incidents to provide updates and assurance.
Salary Range: $62,101 - $90,046 depending on experience.
Sabey’s investment in YOU:
Sabey is committed to building an enduring, next-generation company that values and invests in the success of its team members. Through SabeyLife, a holistic well-being initiative, Sabey provides the resources, benefits, and support to help employees thrive both professionally and personally.
SabeyLife includes:
Comprehensive Benefits: Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for the base high-deductible medical and PPO dental plans, contributes up to $2,000 annually to an HSA, and provides onsite gym access and free parking at most locations.
Time to Recharge: Employees receive up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure, plus 10 paid holidays and the flexibility to carry over unused PTO into the new year.
Financial Wellness: Sabey offers a competitive, matched 401(K) retirement plan to support long-term financial security.
Growth & Development: Employees have access to professional and personal development programs, including:
Thought Patterns for High Performance: A mindset training program focused on optimizing productivity, resilience, and goal achievement.
Everything DiSC: A workplace communication and personality assessment that helps employees improve teamwork, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness.
Built to Last: A development framework centered on creating sustainable success, fostering innovation, and reinforcing a strong organizational culture.
Sabey believes that investing in employees' well-being, growth, and success strengthens the organization and the communities it serves.
Sabey Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Sabey Data Centers and Sabey Construction, are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or other protected classes.
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If you need further assistance and/or accommodation to apply, please contact the Sabey Human Resources Department at (206) 277-5248 or by email at maria.arceo@sabey.com.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications or coursework related to data center operations are a plus.
Relevant industry experience (mechanical, electrical, controls, etc.). Ability to quickly learn such systems, utilizing operations manuals and similar documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.
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