Facilities Coordinator

  • Full-time
  • Job Type (exemption status): Non-Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
  • Salary Range: 55,675.00-78,900.00
  • Business Function: Facilities
  • Work Location: San Jose Great Oaks Headquarters--LOC_WDT_USCA23
  • Location (Secondary): San Jose Great Oaks Headquarters--LOC_WDT_USCA23

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

General Summary:

Detail-oriented and proactive Facilities Coordinator to manage and support the day-to-day operations of our facilities. The facilities coordinator will ensure that all building systems, equipment, and spaces function efficiently and meet safety and compliance standards. This role serves as a key point of contact for maintenance, vendors, and other departments.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs scheduling and tracking of preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, installations, and corrective maintenance on site equipment mechanical/HVAC equipment such as, humidifiers, exhaust fans, package DX HVAC units, de-humidifiers, pumps, motor, fire sprinklers, fire alarm, door, docks but not limited to these items.
  • Inspects major systems and identifies operating problems and coordinates repairs.
  • Performs rounds and readings to ensure equipment is operating normally.
  • Performs building operations including building automation monitoring, alarm response, and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Maintains records as needed both regulatory and service related.
  • Develops operational procedures and supports continuous improvement efforts for the site.
  • Must wear ANSI safety shoes composite toe and personal protective equipment.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
  • Daily and punctual attendance in the job site is required

Scope of Responsibility & Job Specifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Scope of Responsibility

  • Position reports to: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor
  • Level of supervision the employee receives:

Works under general supervision, the employee receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence.  Work is reviewed for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness and conformance to standard practice, precedent or policy.

  • Level of supervision exercised:

None

Job Specifications, Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

  • Integrity/Honesty – Displays high standards of ethical conduct in accordance with WDC Employee Ethics & Business Conduct Principles. Understands the impact of violation of these standards on the organization, self and others, chooses an ethical course of action and is trustworthy.
  • Interpersonal Skills – Establishes and maintains constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, higher-level managers or staff of other organizations, internal clients and external clients.
  • Oral Communication – Communicates with customers, management, and peers, and explains ideas and/or information clearly.  Thoughts are well-organized and recognizes potential miscommunications.
  • Reading – Learns from written material by determining the main idea or essential message and recognizes correct English grammar, punctuation and spelling. Interprets documents such as procedures, work orders, safety bulletins, labeling systems, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Capable of reading and understanding repair manuals, specifications, drawings, blue prints, and schematic diagrams.
  • Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning – Performs computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division correctly using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages and formulas.
  • Written Communication – Uses correct English grammar, punctuation and spelling to communicate thoughts, ideas, information and messages in writing.
  • Listening – Focuses on and is aware of both verbal and non-verbal messages, and consciously processes these stimuli.
  • Customer Service – Works and communicates with internal and external clients to satisfy their expectations and is committed to quality service.
  • Stress Tolerance – Deals calmly and effectively with high stress situations (for example, tight deadlines, emergency situations, dangerous situations).
  • Attention to Detail – Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  • Professionalism – Shows respect for the opinions of others and behaves in such a way as to ensure an atmosphere free of needless interruptions, difficulty and/or discrimination.
  • Teamwork – Performs routine tasks to assist co-workers in the immediate work area; follows instructions to complete assignments.
  • Planning and Evaluating – Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements, coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals, and monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
  • Electrical Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance. Skilled in operating a variety of electrical tools and instruments.
  • Technical Problem Solving – Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies systems malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem.
  • Decision-Making –Generates alternatives, considers risks, and evaluates and chooses the best alternative in order to make a determination, draw conclusions, or solve a problem.
  • Knowledge and adherence to all company and client contractor Health, Safety & Environment policies and procedures.
  • Ability to read gauges, dials, monitoring equipment, and enter records into computer equipment and log sheets.
  • Skill in utilizing computer software (Word, Outlook, Excel, Internet, computerized maintenance management systems -CMMS) to accomplish a variety of tasks.
  • Ability to retrieve PMs and enter PM data.

 

Qualifications

Education, Experience, & Licensure and /or Certifications

Education/Experience

  • Associate’s Degree (AA) or equivalent two-year college or technical school.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in facilities coordination or repairs.
  • Knowledge of fire life safety preferred.

Education/Experience Equivalency

  • A combination of appropriate experience and education may be substituted for the minimum experience and education requirement

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Working Conditions

  • Work is performed in an active manufacturing facility.
  • Pressure due to multiple calls, inquiries and conflicting time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Subject to varying, unpredictable and stressful situations.
  • Atmospheric conditions that affect the skin or respiratory system.
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes or airborne particles.
  • Exposure to hazards and risk of electrical shock from mechanical/power equipment.
  • Exposure to toxic chemicals (e.g. cleaning agents, etc.)
  • Exposure to hazardous conditions where there is a danger to life, limb, and/or health.
  • May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold in all weather conditions.
  • Noise sufficient to cause distraction or possible hearing loss.
  • Subject to injuries from moving parts of equipment.
  • Works in confined, uncomfortable or awkward locations.
  • Works in precarious or high locations (ladders, scaffolding, etc.)
  • Physical Demands (Physical Demands are a general guide and specific positions will vary based on working conditions, locations, business group/department needs).
  • Standing: remaining on one’s feet in an upright position.
  • Sitting: remaining in the normal seated position.
  • Reaching: extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Handling: seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hand(s).
  • Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
  • Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds by the ear.
  • Repetitive motions: making frequent movements with a part of the body.
  • Balancing: maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling over.
  • Walking: moving about on foot.
  • Climbing: ascending or descending objects usually with hands/feet.
  • Carrying: transporting an object usually by hand, arm, or shoulder.
  • Fingering: picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers, rather than with the whole hand or arm.
  • Feeling: perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
  • Agility: bend, stretches, twists, or reaches out with the body, arms, or legs.
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: performing work through using two or more.
  • Stooping: bending the body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
  • Kneeling: bending legs to come to rest on one or both knees.
  • Crouching: bending body downward and forward by bending legs.
  • Squatting: bending the legs at the knees with pressure on the balls of the feet with buttocks resting on the back of the heels and/or back of the calves.
  • Bending (waist): to flex upper trunk forward with knees extended.
  • Twisting (waist): turning the body partly around from a stationary position such as standing, sitting, kneeling or reclining. Pivot point is the waist.
  • Crawling: moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. 
  • Lifting: raising or lowering an object under 50 pounds.
  • Wear and use appropriate safety equipment.

Vision Requirements

  • Far Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more.
  • Near Acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.
  • Depth Perception: three dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and space relationship so as to see objects where and as they actually are.
  • Field of Vision: ability to see peripherally.
  • Accommodation: ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.

Mental Demands

  • Critical Thinking
  • Memorization
  • Oral Comprehension
  • Written Comprehension
  • Spatial Orientation

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 12/24/2024 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

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Compensation & Benefits Details

  • An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
  • The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York.  This range may be modified in the future.
  • If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws.  You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
  • You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.  Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital’s Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
  • Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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