Data Center Power Systems Technician at IpNX Nigeria Limited

ipNX Nigeria Limited is a leading provider of infrastructure-based Telecommunications and Information Technology services here in Nigeria. Leveraging more than a decade of experience, the company was formed by the divestment of the telecommunications services division of Telnet Nigeria Limited and has been in operation for many years. ipNX currently provides a range of communications and IT services to Corporate organizations within Nigeria on its IP (Internet Protocol) based communications network using both radio and satellite communications technologies. As part of its growth strategy, ipNX seeks to also extend its services to small and medium sized businesses and residential customers. In the long term, ipNX has determined that it needs also to have a strategic presence in the wire line market to ensure that we will be able to provide future services, which require high bandwidth in the last mile.

Job Summary:

• We are hiring for Data Center Power Technician that will be responsible for the operations, maintenance and repair of the Electrical Power systems at the Data Centers and Point of Presence (POP) owned by the organization. 

Responsibilities:

• Operation and Maintenance of various brands and model of electrical power units according to their document operating procedure.
• Execute preventive maintenance schedules with/without third party vendors and update relevant documentation and checklist.
• Maintenance of various types of electrical power systems e.g. Switchgear, UPS, Generating sets, Rectifiers& Inverters, Batter systems, AVR, ATS units, Transformers, PDU/PMM units.
• Ensure the Quality of Service of the Data Centre Infrastructure by:
• Continuous monitoring of Power system.
• Reporting on the operational status of the Powers systems across Data Centres, and POP.
• Track trending operational characteristics
• Monitor and respond to abnormal conditions in the UPS system, generators and ATS.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date records of operational issues for audits and SLA related purposes.
• Ensure operational efficiency of colocation services of the Data Centre.
• Follow the good application of change and incident ticket linked to customers; Respect ITIL processes, incidents and changes to SLA.

Qualification and Requirements

• At least a Higher National Diploma (HND) in either Electrical and Electronics or other related disciplinces.
• At least 3 years of previous work experience in a Data Centre Operations environment or equivalent.
• Experience troubleshooting breakdowns and repairing electrical power systems devices and components.
• Experience with Portable Appliance Test System.
• Experience in maintenance planning, scheduling and associated maintenance work.
• Experience with Data Centre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools will be an added advantage.
• Possession of relevant industry certification or trainings in Electrical Power systems installation, maintenance, and/or repairs.
• Knowledge of equipment installation, electrical and mechanical repairs, wielding and fabrication, and safety and compliance.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Operating systems and Microsoft office suite.
• Adept at conducting tests to identify faults.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Candidate must be able to lift, push and pull up to 20kg.
• Candidate must be able to tolerate temperature of below 20° C for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external third parties.

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