Data Center Technical Operations Engineer I

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Data Center Technical Operations Engineer I to join their team in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves maintaining critical data center systems, ensuring optimal performance while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting and safety practices. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing excellence in data center operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot facility events within SLAs.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform maintenance tasks like HVAC preventive maintenance.
• Respond to emergency calls during on-call rotations.

Skills

Mechanical equipment maintenance

Electrical equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures adherence

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Role Title: Data Center Technical Operations Engineer I

Location: Hemel Hempstead, UK

Type: Contract

Job Description

You will join a diverse team of software, hardware, network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Your role involves collaborating across teams to ensure safety, security, and optimal capacity at the lowest cost for clients.

This position serves as the on-site maintenance technician and operator for a data centre, responsible for operating and maintaining electrical, mechanical, emergency generator, and fire/life safety equipment supporting mission-critical servers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment.
2. Troubleshoot facility and rack-level events within SLAs.
3. Perform maintenance tasks such as filter changes, HVAC preventive maintenance, and rack PDU and ATS replacements.
4. Support Data Centre Operations technicians.
5. Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
6. Adhere to all safety procedures during work.
7. Take daily operational readings of mechanical and electrical equipment (temperatures, voltages, currents).
8. Use internal CMMS for managing workflows and spare parts inventory.
9. Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance.
10. Respond to emergency calls during on-call rotations.
11. Follow all physical security procedures and policies.