Data Center Critical Facilities Technician

Ascendo Resources; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a hands-on Data Center Maintenance Technician to operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical electrical and mechanical systems that support continuous data center operations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS, backup generators, switchgear, PDUs, HVAC, and related infrastructure; conduct routine inspections; respond to alarms and emergencies; and collaborate with engineers, vendors, and operations staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Technical training or an associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working in a Data Center environment (MUST).
• 3+ years of hands-on technical experience in electrical, mechanical, and HVAC environments.
• Working knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems in commercial or mission-critical facilities.
• Familiarity with power distribution systems, UPS equipment, generators, switchgear, or related electrical infrastructure.
• Understanding of HVAC, cooling systems, and environmental controls.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, or repairs.
• Ability to read and follow technical procedures, manuals, and safety guidelines.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and maintenance documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, inspect, and maintain critical electrical and mechanical systems to support reliable data center operations.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS systems, backup generators, power distribution equipment, HVAC systems, and related infrastructure.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, equipment rounds, and operational checks to identify potential issues.
• Monitor electrical and mechanical equipment performance, including power usage, temperature, cooling, and environmental controls.
• Respond to equipment alarms, system failures, and facility emergencies, escalating critical issues when necessary.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment problems and assist with repairs under established safety procedures.
• Support maintenance activities involving switchgear, transformers, ATS, PDUs, and related equipment.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders, maintenance schedules, equipment records, and service documentation.
• Follow SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal engineering teams during maintenance, repairs, equipment testing, and upgrades.
• Follow electrical safety practices, LOTO procedures, and EH&S requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and equipment readings.

Skills

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Mechanical systems

Safety procedures

Reading manuals

Communication

Team collaboration

On-site

Education

Associate degree

Electrical cert

HVAC cert

Tools

CMMS software

BMS/BAS

Job description

Ascendo Resources in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a hands-on Data Center Maintenance Technician to operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot critical electrical and mechanical systems that support continuous data center operations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS, backup generators, switchgear, PDUs, HVAC, and related infrastructure; conduct routine inspections; respond to alarms and emergencies; and collaborate with engineers, vendors, and operations staff to ensure