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Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Operations Information Request Team provides support for external customer requests for Data Center facilities questions, Equinix policies and procedures, vendor onboarding and risk-related due diligence assessments
The OIRT Manager role requires extensive industry knowledge related to Operations policies and procedures at Equinix. This role supports the entire team by providing leadership and direction on case handling, escalations, training, and personnel support. This position requires a strong work ethic and a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure the team's success, which in turn drives individual success. The OIRT Manager will also have several team members reporting directly to him/her and will be responsible for mentoring, managing day-to-day activities, and other managerial tasks, including GPS reviews and 1:1s.
Occasional support for the EOC/OIRT leadership includes coverage for PTO as acting manager, creating and delivering presentations, and participating in various meetings on behalf of the department as requested. The Manager will also be responsible for documenting existing metrics and reporting, leading projects assigned as an individual contributor, and/or overseeing projects assigned to their direct reports.
The Manager is responsible for supporting analysts as the escalation path to internal departments, as needed. At times, the manager will assist with quality reviews of the assigned team members' cases before releasing them to the requester and support triage and case assignment as backup.
Responsibilities
- Compiles and curates team reporting to provide metrics and analysis based on specific criteria on a regular cadence
- Documenting areas of improvement to gain efficiency for creating new and revising existing team processes with suggestions to implement and a resolution plan for any ongoing areas of opportunity
- Oversees the team’s workload and provides support, direction and an escalation path to ensure SLO’s are met
- Provides leadership and direction for direct reports
- The selected candidate has a mindset that reflects a sense of urgency to proactively contact other departmental SME’s or management on behalf of the team to eliminate roadblocks to the timely completion of cases
- Responsible for ensuring team members are following our processes for case closure to ensure the accuracy of the team's reporting on a weekly basis
- Lead team meetings providing knowledge sharing, team training and information updates
- Meet with other departments to train teams on the overall support process and clarify which document types are supported by the team
- Escalate to leadership when necessary to facilitate a timely response and raise visibility into an area of concern
- Establish, maintain and develop strong working relationships globally with internal stakeholders in support of our external customers (e.g. Sales, Marketing, Client Services, Product, Legal and Operations)
- Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs, including special projects
- Assists with new hire selection and interviews and provides support and direction for onboarding training
- Acting as a backup for the triage and assignment of incoming SFDC cases following the documented triage and assignment process as needed
- Complete cases when the departmental workload dictates
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in business information systems, engineering, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in technical support, operational management, business analysis and management of cross-functional projects
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to constantly manage priorities
- General knowledge of operational processes in a global company
- Good interpersonal and teaming skills with sensitivity to a global audience
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to forge and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality control
- Agile learning ability
- Strong customer focus
Demonstrated ability to:
- Apply sound judgment in highly ambiguous situations and unstructured environments with little oversight
- Make decisions independently and prioritize/re-prioritize in a fast-paced environment, escalating as appropriate
- Drive schedules and deliverables through influence and leadership
- Work effectively in a highly matrixed, cross-functional, culturally diverse and global environment
- Proficiency with SFDC and Microsoft Office products and other Equinix applications
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - Tampa Office TAO : 80,000 - 120,000 USD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 80,000 - 120,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 99,000 - 149,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.
The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
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Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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