Senior Data Center Facilities Technician, Electrical

Google Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative industry leader is seeking a Facilities Technician to join their Data Center team in London. This role involves operating and maintaining sophisticated electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You will play a crucial role in managing the uptime of essential systems, conducting inspections, and supporting the integration of new technologies. Join a company that values diversity and fosters a culture of inclusion while working on cutting-edge infrastructure that powers global operations. If you're passionate about technology and facilities management, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and repairing electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain data center systems to ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor and respond to abnormal conditions in data center equipment.

Skills

Electrical Systems Maintenance

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Blueprint Reading

System Monitoring

Education

Technical Certification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

High School Diploma

Tools

Control Systems

UPS Systems

Generators

Job description

Job Title: Facilities Technician - Data Center

Google's Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems worldwide. Facilities Technicians at Google data centers operate, monitor, and support physical facilities conditions, including heating and cooling, power supply, generators, UPS systems, electrical distribution, and control and monitoring systems.

Responsibilities include:

1. Inspect, maintain, and repair various data center systems.
2. Assist technicians by reading blueprints, schematics, and sequences of operations, conducting system tours, and assessing system functionality.
3. Manage uptime and maintenance of UPS, generators, electrical distribution, and control systems.
4. Operate, monitor, and respond to abnormal conditions in data center systems and equipment.
5. Support the startup, commissioning, and integration of new electrical systems into the facilities infrastructure.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. Google values a workforce that reflects our users and fosters a culture of belonging. English proficiency is required for all roles to facilitate global collaboration.