Critical Facilities Technician

Aligned Data Centers, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including dental and vision

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Wellness programs and gym membership

Job summary

Aligned Data Centers, LLC is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to manage maintenance and troubleshooting of 24×7 operations. The role includes maintaining HVAC systems and electrical equipment in accordance with strict procedures.

Qualified candidates should have at least 3-5 years of experience in critical facilities support, possess electrical or mechanical certifications, and be prepared for varied shifts including holidays. Competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in electrical or mechanical critical-facilities support.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including overtime.
• Electrical or mechanical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on critical and non-critical equipment.
• Operate HVAC systems and maintain plumbing.
• Respond to emergency situations and customer concerns.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical critical-facilities support

HVAC systems operation

Preventive maintenance

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Critical Facilities Technician

Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position requires extensive hands‑on analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting of our 24×7 facility operations within Aligned Data Centers. The role involves installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non‑critical mechanical and electrical machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of the building.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical and non‑critical equipment.
• Operate and maintain HVAC systems, plumbing installation/maintenance, generator operations, fire detection and suppression, life safety, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (including fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV).
• Plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all electrical operations, maintenance, and energy‑management programs for a critical‑facilities environment.
• Ensure conformance with all change‑control development, approvals, and execution.
• Schedule, develop, and assure quality for all preventive, contracted, and general maintenance activities.
• Execute all work in strict accordance with governing MOP, SOP, and ERP procedures and maintenance work instructions.
• Operate and monitor critical and non‑critical system equipment and components.
• Oversee work efforts—including third‑party contractors—for safe and compliant operation, maintenance (corrective and preventive), and modification of critical equipment.
• Disable and enable fire alarm control panels and systems.
• Receive and execute work orders for preventive and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure.
• Consult with the Facility Manager or Lead CFT to order necessary materials and finalize work orders by completing required documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
• Monitor building operations and tour properties periodically during scheduled shifts.
• Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of all electrical systems.
• Evaluate, assign, and monitor the safe‑work responsibilities and safety‑procedures capabilities of employees and contractors.
• Develop and communicate processes to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in electrical or mechanical critical‑facilities support; or 7+ years of experience as an HVAC or mechanical/electrical technician.
• Electrical or mechanical certifications preferred.
• Ability to work overtime and longer shifts (12hours); shifts may include day, night, weekend, and holiday work.
• Computer skills required: MS Office.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $35.00–$45.00.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Coverage: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution; FSAs for health and dependent care.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Company‑Sponsored Insurance: short‑term disability, life insurance, long‑term disability (with medical election).
• Optional benefits: voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage.
• Wellness Programs: employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives.
• Bonus opportunities and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive 401(k) match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass, and generous wellness benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aligned is equally committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We consider all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable laws.

Note

The above description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.