Principle Facilities Technician (On-Site)

About the Role

We're the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organization can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we're proud to support the global economy.

We're unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value - a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We're always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

Swift is looking for a Facility Technician to provide leadership and operational oversight for all infrastructure and maintenance for our local campuses. Facility Technician will serve as senior deputy undertaking the responsibilities related to the management of the department such as VAF, CCF approvals, on-site decision making, works distribution and meeting representations.

The role also performs and co-ordinates a team of technicians in the execution and monitoring of reactive and preventive maintenance activities to ensure the continuous and reliable functioning of the facilities environment/operations.

This is a full time on-site role in Culpepper, VA.

Requirements

• 10 years experience in preventive maintenance, of which 6 years in a supervisory role.

• Seasoned electrician with data center experience

• Hands on experience with UPS Generators

• Project management / contractor management experience

• Mechanical background (Chillers, downflow units, A/C, heating)

• Access control / intrusion detection knowledge (CCTV)

Key Responsibilities

• Technician will serve as senior deputy undertaking the responsibilities related to the management of the department including, but not limited to approvals, on-site decision making, works distribution, meeting representations, acting as delegate in manager's absence.

• The role also performs and co-ordinates a team of technicians in the execution and monitoring of reactive and preventive maintenance activities and projects to ensure the continuous and reliable functioning of the facilities environment/operations.

• Co-lead with manager in the supervision and scheduling of technicians / contractors tasks within agreed service level. Coordinate the review process of operational/preventive maintenance activities.

• Co-manage all technical Safety related matters.

• Prepare weekly reports and input for the monthly report. Report monthly readings and update consumptions spreadsheets.

• Be the driver in identifying areas for improvement to processes and service levels. Co-lead with the manager in assuring that the FMD team is advised at all times of Swift communications and events that relate to maintaining 100% availability/FNA.

• Participate in Facilities Excellence streams and lead activities in presentation preparations.

• Lead activities related to facilities operating processes and procedures.

• Lead preventive maintenance and repairs process and coordinate with the manager in keeping operational documentation current.

• Coordinate all technical problems in order to produce a reliable, safe and secure operating environment. Support management in analyzing effectiveness of labor assignments and work distribution.

• Participate in all local facilities projects and lead their implementation. Contribute to the motivation and development of team members through analyzing development needs and implementing development actions.

• Coordinate integrated facilities management systems and equipment.

• Act as point of escalation for complex problems within the team, providing technical advice and support to other team members.

The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position in Virginia is MINIMUM 120,200.00 to MAXIMUM 189,800 USD. Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Our compensation packages include a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity for all employees contingent on personal and company performance. Our generous benefits program includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium costs for our employees and their families, and retirement plan plus matching 401k.

What we offer

We put you in control of career

We give you a competitive package

We help you perform at your best

We help you make a difference

We give you the freedom to be yourself

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals - like you - with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone's voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.