Critical Operations Technician II

Quality Technology Services, LLC; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness Program

Job summary

Quality Technology Services, LLC operates data centers providing critical IT infrastructure and support services for customers. The Critical Operations Technician II will install, repair, and maintain IT, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing/piping equipment across interior and exterior building areas.

Responsibilities include monitoring systems, performing routine tests, assisting customers on the data center floor, logging tickets, and escalating issues to systems engineers.

Qualifications

• Five or more of technical training, military training, or workplace equivalency.
• Background in IT, electrical, and/or mechanical.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Applies learning, knowledge, skills, and company policies to IT, electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and operating systems.
• Leads, maintains, monitors, and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.

Skills

IT knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Customer service

MS Office

Education

Technical training

Tools

Panduit

Corning

A+

NetworkPlus

BICSI Installer I

Job description

US VA Ashburn 3 DC1

Full time

R2026-2341

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

SUMMARY

The Critical Operations Technician II is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of IT, electrical, mechanical, plumbing/piping equipment, machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of building. This role monitors operations and conducts a routine and ongoing assessment of the building systems, operations, and performance. This role performs tests, rounds, and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of departmental equipment. The role is also responsible for assisting customers on the Data Center floor both in person and via the telephone, performing customer equipment installs, managing tickets within the ticketing system, communicating and escalating alerts and customer requests to systems engineers for resolution, and completing tasks pertaining to computer hardware, software or operation systems. This role requires on-site work hours to support a 24X7X365 data center environment and is not eligible for remote and/or hybrid work.

RESPONSIBILITIES,

• Applies learning, knowledge, skills, and company policies to a wide range of tasks pertaining to IT, electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and operating systems
• Leads, maintains, monitors, and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment; records readings and adjusts where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Provide remote hands and eyes services for customers.
• Provide high level computer hardware and software configuration support. Install suite wall, cage material, ladder rack, fiber tray, cabinets, cabling and customer equipment based on documentation provided by provisioning documentation and established Data Center Operation procedures.
• Installs and repairs IT, mechanical, and electrical equipment as required; assists other team members with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment.
• Process work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical, building, and site infrastructure. Consults with supervisor or team lead to order necessary tools and equipment as required to complete all maintenance and perform necessary work.
• Create and/or update tickets within the established ticketing system to address customer calls, data center facility, network and/or system related alerts.
• Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components to ensure safe and compliant operation.
• Responds as required to building emergencies and customer requests.
• Complies with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Uses the Change Management Process to get approval for preventative and corrective maintenance. Commences & completes the maintenance along with the necessary documentation using the QTS process and software.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Five or more of technical training, military training, or workplace equivalency
• Background in areas of IT, electrical, and/or mechanical
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two or more years of work experience in data center environment, NOC, or equivalent
• BOD OEM (Panduit, Corning), A+, Network+, BICSI Installer I certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Customer focus with excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to analyze operations of various systems, determine the cause of problems and malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a team environment.
• The ability to pass job-related skills assessments based on pre-determined scoring criteria and time frames.
• Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook and web-based computer applications.
• The ability to acquire and apply job-related knowledge within set guidelines and expectations.
• Position may involve frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching and lifting. Lifting requirements may range from <10 lbs. - 50 lbs. on a regular basis, with heavier weights done in conjunction with other individuals or lifting aids.

TOTAL REWARDS

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role, if based in Virginia, is:

$37.25 - 56.96

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled (https://careers.qtsdatacenters.com/us/en/equal-opportunity-employer)

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:

Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)

Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.