1162 - Data Center Technician L2

NextGenEnergyJobs; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers in Garland, TX seeks a Data Center Technician to safeguard electrical, mechanical, and fire life safety systems and ensure high uptime for customers.

Role involves working with contractors, performing preventive maintenance, and adhering to safety codes while supporting shift work and occasional on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• NFPA 70E certification preferred or can be gained on the job.
• OSHA forklift certification required or ability to obtain after hire.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience with data center equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor data center electrical, mechanical, and fire life safety systems.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Coordinate with contractors for maintenance and upgrades.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards are met.
• Support after-hours on-call as required.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Chilled water systems

Fire life safety

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

NFPA70E Certification

OSHA Forklift Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

BMS Controls

PLC

Multimeter

Infrared Camera

Job description

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world.

Responsibilities

• The Data Center Technician provides a working level of data center knowledge and is responsible for the operational integrity and regulatory compliance of the data center electrical, mechanical, and fire life safety systems.
• The Data Center Technician maintains and follows the processes that maximize customer uptime in the most cost-effective way. Ensures that data center problems are identified and repaired quickly, that contractors deliver quality services, and that internal customer demands are met.

Requirements

• Key Roles and Responsibilities: Develops creative approaches to keeping operational costs to a minimum, improves efficiency, and implements new strategies. Systems of responsibility include: o Mechanical responsibilities includes chilled water systems and components, HVAC systems such as roof top units, CRAC/CRAH units, and humidification systems. o Electrical responsibilities includes electrical/critical power distribution from the Utility/Generator main switchgear through the UPS systems out to the customer load. o Fire Life Safety responsibilities includes wet sprinkler systems and pre-action sprinkler systems as well as their associated detection devices. Tests performance of electromechanical assemblies and electronic voltmeters. Reads blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical order to determine methods and sequences of processes. Inspects parts for surface defects. Installs electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using hand tools. Aligns, fits or assembles component parts, using hand or power tools. Operates, monitors, maintains, and responds to abnormal conditions in facilities systems. Areas include: Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Life Safety, and Building Monitoring and Control. Analyses systems to ensure best practices for both internal and external customers. Provides feedback to relevant teams on the effectiveness of existing standards and processes. Works with contractors and consultants to review quality assurance for all system expansions, corrections, and upgrades. Works with relevant teams to track and complete an aggressive preventive and predictive maintenance program. Ensures data centre operates at maximum operational efficiency, including analysing existing operating conditions, recommending new technologies and improving overall efficiency, and cost reduction. Manages systems to avoid unplanned customer-impacting events. Works with relevant teams to determine maintenance requirements for mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Ensures a regular, predictable attendance which is essential to satisfactory performance. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes: Understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems used in a data centre environment including, but not limited to the following: electrical distribution and layout, Transformers, PLC’s, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, STS’, ATS’ PDU’s, Chilled Water Systems, CRAC/CRAH’s, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, and compliance issues as well as building codes in regard to fire life safety Current knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e. lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA and state regulations) Familiarity with data trending / tracking and analysis and the ability to utilize a PC based integrated critical monitoring systems Ability to process Hands and Eye requests as required i.e., Tape Rotation, Rack and Stack of equipment, inventory hardware, power cycle devices, patch cable install/removal Demonstrated hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting large commercial and industrial systems including: o Chilled Water Systems o Large Centrifugal Chillers o Cooling Towers o Heat Exchangers o Water Treatment Systems o VFD’s and Pumps o HVAC equipment o CRAC/CRAH’s o Humidification Systems o Water heaters o Water/Air filters o BMS and PLC Controls o Emergency Standby Diesel Generator Systems o Fuel/Oil systems, o 480/277 and 208/120 electrical generation and distribution o Static UPS Systems o Double Interlock Pre-Action Systems Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) Ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal staff and effectively work in team environment Ability to coordinate, supervise, and communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on these systems. Ability to learn quickly and address issues as they arise during normal working hours or after hours. Ability to operate in and promote a rigorous process-driven team environment Ability to logically analyze and solve problems Ability to effectively multi-task multiple projects Ability to operate Hand and Machine Tools (hammer, drill, saw, etc.) Ability to operate electrical tools such as a multi-meter or infrared camera Ability to operate a forklift Must be comfortable working in a high stress, fast paced environment with shifting priorities. Must be able to work on a shift which may require nights, holidays, and some weekends. Possess critical thinking and complex problem solving skills Academic Qualifications and Certifications: Relevant high school diploma or equivalent required Relevant advanced qualification or equivalent work related experience required Relevant certifications such as: o CPR/First Aid and NFPA70E Certification (can be gained during course of employment) o Possession of an OSHA approved forklift certification or the ability to obtain one after hire is required Required Experience: Solid demonstrated experience in a similar role gained within a data centre facilities environment Solid demonstrated experience in a mechanical/electrical position within critical facilities (preferably a data centre, hospital, semi-conductor, or power plant) Relevant demonstrated experience as a critical facilities maintenance team leader Solid demonstrated hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting large commercial and industrial systems including: o Chilled Water Systems o Large Centrifugal Chillers o Cooling Towers o Heat Exchangers o Water Treatment Systems o VFD’s and Pumps o HVAC equipment o CRAC/CRAH’s o Humidification Systems o Water heaters o Water/Air filters o BMS and PLC Controls o Emergency Standby Diesel Generator Systems o Fuel/Oil systems, o 480/277 and 208/120 electrical generation and distribution o Static UPS Systems o Double Interlock Pre-Action Systems