Full-Time

Facilities Technician

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Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and services

Data & Analytics
Hardware

Entry, Junior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Ability to use hand tools, meters, and other maintenance related tools and equipment to perform job functions
  • Ability to use Corporate software systems such as Microsoft 365 software suites and building management software to monitor critical systems.
  • Integrity/Honesty – Displays high standards of ethical conduct in accordance with WD 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 blue prints, and/or 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.
Responsibilities
  • Performs preventive maintenance, routine equipment repairs, and routine corrective maintenance on mechanical/HVAC equipment (compressors, air dryers, process cooling water systems, process vacuum systems, chilled water pumps, etc.)
  • Inspects major systems and identifies operating problems, performs minor troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
  • Performs rounds and readings to ensure equipment is operating normally.
  • Performs basic building operations including building automation monitoring, routine alarm response, and implementation of routine corrective actions.
  • 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.

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for edge computing boosts need for compact storage solutions.
  • 5G technology expansion increases opportunities for high-capacity storage solutions.
  • AI and machine learning growth drives demand for high-performance storage solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Patent infringement issues could lead to financial penalties and reputational damage.
  • Technological advancements may outpace Western Digital's innovation, risking market share loss.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital offers high-capacity HDDs, including a record-breaking 32TB model.
  • The company provides diverse storage solutions, from NAS to hyper-converged infrastructure.
  • Western Digital's JetStor brand is known for cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan