Data Center Electrical Facilities Tech I — UPS & Power Systems

Socket.dev; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Google is seeking a Facilities Technician to design and operate data center electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. You will inspect, maintain, and repair critical facilities components to support efficient operations in a global environment.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with contractors, and help ensure uptime of UPS, generators, and electrical distribution. The role requires dealing with non-standard hours and hands-on work in data centers.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or related training or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of electrical experience in industrial or commercial settings.
• Experience with electrical maintenance, electrical safety, electrical systems, generators, or switchgear.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use PPE per OSHA standards.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours and varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair data center electrical systems.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and sequences of operations.
• Manage uptime of UPS, generators, electrical distribution, and monitoring systems.
• Operate and respond to abnormal conditions in data center facilities.
• Support startup, commissioning, and integration of new electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Electrical safety

Data center environment knowledge

UPS and generators

Contractor communication

Education

Associate's degree / trade certification

Job description

Google is seeking a Facilities Technician to design and operate data center electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. You will inspect, maintain, and repair critical facilities components to support efficient operations in a global environment.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with contractors, and help ensure uptime of UPS, generators, and electrical distribution. The role requires dealing with non-standard hours and hands-on work in data centers.