Data Center Critical Cooling Technician

pearceservices; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Company vehicle

Job summary

Pearce is seeking a Critical Cooling Technician to join a team maintaining cooling systems that protect and support data center operations. You will work on advanced HVAC infrastructure across the United States, focusing on reliability and uptime for mission-critical environments.

The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and close collaboration with operations teams to ensure safety and compliance while delivering top performance in data centers and other critical

Qualifications

• EPA 608 Certification required.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial or industrial HVAC systems independently.
• Experience reading piping diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of HVAC controls and automation systems.
• Understanding of three-phase power, motor controls, and VFDs.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair critical cooling equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex commercial cooling, refrigeration, and chilled-water system issues.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability concerns before failures occur.
• Support response efforts during cooling system alarms and operational events.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with operations teams, contractors, and facility engineers.
• Ensure all work complies with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

EPA 608 Certification

Troubleshooting HVAC systems

Piping diagrams interpretation

HVAC controls knowledge

Three-phase power & VFDs

Job description

Your Impact

Join a team responsible for maintaining the cooling systems that protect and support critical data center operations. As a Critical Cooling Technician, you will work on advanced mechanical and HVAC infrastructure that keeps mission-critical computing environments operating safely and efficiently.

This position is ideal for an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, working with large-scale chiller plants, and supporting facilities where reliability is essential. This position is 100% travel across United States.

Core Responsibilities

Travel is required. Rotation is SIX weeks out at a time and One week off.

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair critical cooling equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex commercial cooling, refrigeration, and chilled-water system issues.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability concerns before failures occur.
• Support response efforts during cooling system alarms and operational events.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with operations teams, contractors, and facility engineers.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Systems You'll Work On

• Air-cooled and water-cooled chillers
• Centrifugal, screw, and scroll compressor systems
• Computer Room Air Conditioners (CRAC)
• Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAH)
• Chilled-water systems
• Cooling towers and condenser-water systems
• Pumps, valves, strainers, and heat exchangers
• Refrigeration systems and refrigerant circuits
• Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Critical cooling distribution infrastructure
• Liquid-cooling and CDU systems (preferred)

Required Qualifications

• EPA Section 608 Certification.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial or industrial HVAC systems independently.
• Experience interpreting piping diagrams, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of HVAC controls and automation systems.
• Understanding of three-phase power, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC service, maintenance, or operations experience.
• Experience with Trane, YORK, Carrier, Daikin, or equivalent chiller systems.
• Experience in data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, manufacturing plants, or other critical environments.
• Knowledge of hydronic systems and chilled-water distribution.
• Familiarity with liquid cooling technologies used in modern data centers.

What Makes You Successful

You are a technically skilled HVAC professional who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting and takes pride in keeping critical systems operating at peak performance. You understand that equipment reliability directly supports business operations and is comfortable working in environments where downtime is not an option.

Compensation: $40.00-$65.00 hourly/DOE

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range

$45 - $65 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, fl