Lead Data Centre HVAC Technician

Trane Italia; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Malaysia is seeking experienced HVAC professionals to support data centre cooling and mission-critical equipment on-site five days a week.

You will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and optimization of chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, and related systems while coordinating with customers and technicians; a Diploma or Degree in engineering with 5+ years in HVAC is required. Based in Shah Alam/Johor Bahru with willingness to travel regionally.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years HVAC experience, preferably in data centre operations or mission-critical cooling.
• Strong technical expertise in chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, HVAC system controls, and cooling optimization.
• Experience engaging with data centre customers and managing expectations in a high-demand environment.
• Willingness to work long hours, including after-hours support when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support, servicing, and maintenance of HVAC systems, including data centre cooling solutions and mission-critical equipment.
• Carry out corrective and preventive maintenance for chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, cooling towers, and associated HVAC infrastructure.
• Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, commissioning, and performance optimization for HVAC and data centre cooling systems.
• Lead and supervise technicians or subcontractors to ensure timely and quality completion of tasks.
• Communicate with data centre customers to coordinate work schedules and resolve technical issues.
• Support planning, documentation, and reporting for maintenance schedules and operational activities.
• Work with vendors and contractors for job coordination and materials sourcing.
• Ensure all work follows EHS standards and internal quality requirements.
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs; willingness to work extended hours as required.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Data Centre Cooling

Troubleshooting

Team Leadership

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic)

Tools

Chillers

CRAC/CRAH units

HVAC Controls

Job description

Trane Technologies in Malaysia is seeking experienced HVAC professionals to support data centre cooling and mission-critical equipment on-site five days a week.

You will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and optimization of chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, and related systems while coordinating with customers and technicians; a Diploma or Degree in engineering with 5+ years in HVAC is required. Based in Shah Alam/Johor Bahru with willingness to travel regionally.