Data Center Controls Technician — Automation & Systems

Google; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Facilities Technician to operate, monitor, and support data center facilities conditions, including HVAC, power, and control systems. You will inspect, maintain, and repair data center components, read schematics, and respond to abnormal conditions.

The role emphasizes safety, cost reduction, and reliability, with collaboration across teams to ensure high uptime and efficiency in Google's hyperscale infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Controls/Automation in an industrial or commercial environment.
• Ability to work non-standard hours and rotating shifts.
• Proficiency with safety equipment and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair data center systems such as servers, network equipment, PLCs, and SCADA.
• Read blueprints and ladder logic, conduct tours of systems, and assess operating order.
• Control, monitor, log, and alarm facilities systems.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in data center facilities.
• Support startup, commissioning, and integration of new controls equipment.

Skills

Controls/Automation experience

Shift flexibility

Safety compliance

Education

Technical degree or related training

Job description

Google is seeking a Facilities Technician to operate, monitor, and support data center facilities conditions, including HVAC, power, and control systems. You will inspect, maintain, and repair data center components, read schematics, and respond to abnormal conditions.

The role emphasizes safety, cost reduction, and reliability, with collaboration across teams to ensure high uptime and efficiency in Google's hyperscale infrastructure.