Critical Facilities Technician - Electrical

About Newmark

Newmark (NMRK) is one of the world's leading commercial real estate advisory

firms. We provide a fully integrated platform of services to prominent

multinational corporations and institutional investors across the globe, as well

as to occupiers, owners, and developers of real estate on a local, regional, and

national level. Together with London-based partner Knight Frank and

independently owned offices, Newmark's 18,000 professionals operate from more

than 500 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents.

Position Overview

Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical Focus) Performs day-to-day operations,

preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across base building and

critical electrical infrastructure. This position focuses on maintaining

high-reliability power generation, distribution, backup systems, and emergency

power operations to maintain 100% uptime for complex, high-reliability data

center or facility operations. Possesses a strong background in operating

complex electrical systems, analyzing system performance, and responding swiftly

to operational and emergency situations in critical environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Critical Operations & System Maintenance

●  System Monitoring & Operation: Perform tests, rounds and data analysis to

ensure optimal 

functioning of critical operations for the facility, including but not limited

to Chilled water 

systems, electrical distribution systems, building automation systems, and

monitoring systems 

around the plant.

●  Building Automation Systems (BMS): Monitor and perform operations via site

computerized Building 

Automation Systems (BMS) to verify proper operating parameters, make approved

adjustments, manage 

alarms, perform manual overrides, or switch to backup systems as necessary.

●  Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance

(PMs)—including 

filters, belts, lubrication, and mechanical checkups—using Computerized

Maintenance Management 

Systems (CMMS) / work order software.

●  Incident Response & RCA: Lead emergency response efforts during power

outages, equipment faults, 

or utility anomalies. Conduct thorough Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement

long-term corrective 

actions.

●  Operational Documentation: Write, review, and execute Methods of Procedure

(MOPs), Standard 

Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) for

critical work.

● Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety standards, including Arc Flash safety,

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) 

protocols, NFPA 70E compliance, and local codes.

●  Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Coordinate with outside contractors,

vendors, and specialists 

for specialized repairs, ensuring proper approvals and keeping detailed logs of

all work performed.

●  Capacity & Load Management: Monitor electrical load distribution, system

redundancy (N+1, 2N), 

power usage effectiveness (PUE), and overall capacity planning to prevent system

overloads.

Position Focus: Electrical

● Troubleshoot critical electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, ATS,

UPS, Batteries, 

RPPs, PDUs, and power supplies.

● Make approved adjustments to systems, sequences of operation, and control

parameters to maintain 

proper equipment operation.

● Review and interpret control drawings, mechanical plans, electrical diagrams,

sequences of 

operation, and system schematics.

● Perform preventative maintenance and functional testing of electrical systems.

● Assist with system upgrades, installations, integration projects, and

commissioning of new 

equipment.

● Maintain organized controls documentation, drawings, backups, programming

files, and

equipment records.

Key Skills Best Suited for the Role

1. Technical & Engineering Hard Skills

●  Power Infrastructure Systems: Deep knowledge of uninterruptible power supply

(UPS) topologies 

(static, rotary), static transfer switches (STS), switchgear, transformers, and

emergency diesel 

generators.

● Schematics & Single-Line Reading: Exceptional ability to interpret single-line

diagrams (SLDs), 

electrical control schematics, and wiring diagrams instantly during emergencies.

●  EPMS / SCADA / BMS: Proficiency using Electrical Power Monitoring Systems

(EPMS) and Building 

Management Systems (BMS) to track metrics, trends, and alarms in real time.

●  Electrical Safety & Code: Mastery of NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety

in the Workplace), 

NEC (National Electrical Code), and LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures to ensure

zero safety 

incidents.

2. Operational & Process Discipline

●  MOP/SOP Execution: Strict adherence to strict change-management workflows. A

strong candidate 

never touches critical gear without an approved Method of Procedure (MOP).

● Capacity Planning: Understanding electrical phase balancing, power factor

correction, and load 

management across redundant circuits ( N+1, 2N).

●  Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Structured troubleshooting skills to determine why

a fault occurred 

(using 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, etc.) rather than just resetting equipment.

3. Critical Soft Skills

●  Calm Under Pressure: Ability to make sound, methodical decisions during

high-stress electrical 

faults or equipment failures where downtime is critical.

● Clear Risk Communication: Ability to translate complex technical issues into

plain language for 

non-technical stakeholders, management and fellow employees..

● Attention to Detail: Vigilance in detecting subtle anomalies—such as abnormal

thermal

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education & Experience

● Trade/Military school training, Electrical License, Associate degree in

Electrical Technology, or 

equivalent.

Certifications & Licensures

■ Journeyman or Master Electrician License (Highly Preferred).

■ NFPA 70E Certification / OSHA 10/30 (Preferred).

■ Certified Data Center Professional (CDCP) or similar (A Plus).

● 3–5+ years of hands-on operational experience in a critical environment (Data

Centers, Hospitals, 

Financial Trading Hubs, or Telecom Central Offices).

●  Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend complicated blueprints,

electrical schematics, 

mechanical drawings, and technical specifications. Deep understanding of

single-line diagrams, 

electrical power distribution, backup generators, parallel gear, and control

systems.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

● Ability to work in shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and holiday

coverage, 24/7/365

●  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in loud environments (with PPE), and

navigate 

mechanical/electrical rooms safely.

Benefits and Perks

● Parental Leave: Industry-leading Parental Leave Policy (up to 16 weeks).

● Healthcare: Comprehensive, generous health coverage options.

● Family Support: Bright Horizons back-up child/family care program.

● Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.

● Growth & Education: Tuition reimbursement programs and referral incentives.

● Networking: Opportunities to connect across a global real estate platform.

(Benefits and perks listed may vary depending on the nature of employment and

specific job 

location).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified

applicants will receive 

consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex

including sexual 

orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran

Status,

or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local

law.