Data Center Shift Floater

CBRE Group, Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician in Dublin to perform preventative maintenance and repair tasks in a critical data center environment.

You will monitor mechanical and electrical systems, respond to alarms, and work with third-party vendors under established procedures. The role requires technical training with an apprenticeship or equivalent, 1–2 years of related experience, and the ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical discipline with apprenticeship or equivalent; 1–2 years of related experience.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to present information clearly to internal teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on data center equipment.
• Monitor site conditions to ensure a safe work environment.
• Respond to BMS alarms and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and ensure compliance with processes and regulations.
• Complete planned maintenance and reactive maintenance per procedures.
• Take meter readings from UPS, PDU, and utilities; document results.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain quality records.

Skills

Technical training

Communication

Organizational skills

Math basics

Shift work

Education

Apprenticeship or diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
• Ensure the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
• React to Building Management System alarms, and complete emergency repairs as needed.
• Work with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with company‑developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Alert management if subcontractor performance doesn’t meet all requirements per the Master Service Agreement.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
• Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to HVAC‑related client problems.
• Building walkthroughs, taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s and utilities.
• Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects.
• Complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures. Follow all safety processes and requirements and ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. Conduct routine quality checks for comprehensive maintenance records.
• Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job‑related responsibilities.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need:

• Training in a Technical discipline having served an apprenticeship or equivalent with 1-2 years of job‑related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays
• Must be able to Meet the physical requirements of this role.
• To effectively present information to an internal department, client, management and/or colleagues.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.