Data Center Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Pension scheme

Training and certification

Career progression

State-of-the-art facility

Travel allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee support programs

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician in the Netherlands to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs in a mission-critical data center environment.

You will monitor BMS, DCIM, and EPMS, inspect data halls and plant rooms, and support UPS, PDUs, generators, chillers, and CRAHs. Strong fault-finding, documentation, and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/Building Services or related discipline (MBO 3/4).
• Minimum 2 years in a technical operations role in a critical environment (data center, hospital, etc.).
• Knowledge of electrical distribution, HVAC/cooling principles, and reading single-line diagrams & P&ID drawings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor BMS, DCIM, and EPMS alarms and respond within SLAs.
• Inspect data halls, plant rooms, generator areas, and fuel systems; log readings and deviations.
• Operate and support UPS, PDUs, diesel generators, chillers, CRAHs, and fire systems.
• Perform first-line fault diagnosis and escalate to specialists when needed.
• Raise, update, and close incidents, work orders, and change requests in the maintenance system.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC & cooling

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

MBO 3/4 in building services or electrical

Tools

BMS

DCIM

EPMS

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

As a Data Center Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and performance of a mission-critical facility. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring the Building Management System (BMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platform, and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS), responding to alarms within agreed service levels.
• Conducting routine inspections of data halls, plant rooms, generator areas, and fuel systems, recording readings and identifying any deviations.
• Operating, monitoring, and supporting critical infrastructure, including:
  • Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
  • Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
  • Diesel generators
  • Chillers and cooling systems
  • Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs)
  • Fire detection and suppression systems
• Performing first-line fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance, escalating issues to specialist contractors when required.
• Raising, updating, and closing incidents, work orders, and change requests within the maintenance management system, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
• Managing contractor access and activity by verifying inductions, issuing permits to work, and supervising work in technical areas.
• Supporting planned maintenance activities, including switching operations, system isolations, and failover testing in accordance with approved procedures.
• Providing remote hands support for clients, including rack installations, equipment moves, and structured cabling activities.
• Delivering clear and comprehensive handovers at each shift change.
• Adhering to all site safety, security, and environmental procedures while reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Technical qualification (MBO Level 3/4 or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a technical operations role within a critical environment such as a data center, hospital, telecommunications facility, or industrial plant.
• Sound understanding of electrical distribution systems, HVAC, and cooling principles.
• Ability to interpret single-line electrical diagrams and P&AID drawings.
• A calm, systematic approach to troubleshooting and incident response.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• NEN 3140 certification (VOP or VP), or willingness to obtain.
• VCA Basic or VCA-VOL certification.
• Experience working with generators, UPS systems, and BMS/DCIM platforms.
• Knowledge of permit-to-work and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute standards, ISO 27001, and ITIL-based service management practices.
• F-Gas certification.

How You Work

Our values guide everything we do:

Respect
You build positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and clients, treating everyone as valued partners.

Integrity
You follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and take ownership by speaking up when something isn't right.

Service
You understand the importance of uptime and consistently deliver exceptional support to our clients.

Excellence
You demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, leaving systems safer, stronger, and more reliable than you found them.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance.
• Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Clear career progression toward Senior Technician and Shift Lead positions.
• The opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art, mission-critical data center environment.
• Additional benefits including travel allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and employee support programs.

Working Conditions

This role involves standing and walking for extended periods, working in plant rooms and technical environments, working at height when required, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Participation in agreed on-call or emergency response activities may be required.

Employment is subject to background verification and security screening.

CBRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.