Data Center Facilities Technician

CBRE; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is looking for a Data Center Technician in Plano, Texas. You'll be responsible for ensuring the operational integrity of critical infrastructure through facility maintenance and repairs. The ideal candidate should have technical training and 1-2 years of experience. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections, responding to alarms, and executing maintenance tasks. Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary, alongside the ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Join CBRE and be part of a team that ensures the continuous operation of essential data centers.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of job-related experience required.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Physical requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems.
• Monitor and respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete assigned work according to established safety standards.

Skills

Technical training

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Microsoft Office knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

Technical discipline training or apprenticeship

Job description

Plano - Texas - United States of America

About CBRE

Join CBRE, the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment, and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. With a vast global presence and a commitment to innovation, CBRE creates solutions for clients across every sector and geography. Our Critical and Technical Services team plays a vital role in managing and maintaining mission‑critical sites for some of the world's leading organizations, ensuring the continuous operation of essential data infrastructure.

About The Role

Ever wondered who keeps the lights on (and the cool air flowing) in the places where the internet actually lives? That's where you come in! As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you're the ultimate guardian of the physical facilities that house the digital world. You won't just be "fixing things"; you'll be the hands‑on expert ensuring our critical infrastructure – from power grids and cooling systems to the very walls themselves – is always operating flawlessly. You'll be on the front lines, tackling preventative maintenance and jumping into action for corrective repairs, all to keep our client's vital data centers running like perfectly oiled machines, 24/7. This role is a core part of our Critical and Technical Services team, where we're all about delivering top‑notch physical plant maintenance in highly sensitive, high‑stakes environments.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including performing servicing and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor and respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms, promptly addressing and completing emergency repairs as needed.
• Ensure that site environmental conditions consistently provide a safe and compliant work environment.
• Collaborate with third‑party vendors, ensuring all activities adhere to company processes, procedures, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Alert management to any subcontractor performance issues that do not meet Master Service Agreement requirements.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on a diverse range of equipment.
• Perform regular building walkthroughs, accurately taking meter readings from UPS, PDUs, and utilities.
• Diagnose and resolve facility and plant faults and defects.
• Complete all assigned work according to established processes and procedures, upholding all safety regulations and quality standards.
• Conduct routine quality checks to ensure comprehensive maintenance records are maintained.
• Actively participate in all required training to ensure proficiency in job‑related responsibilities.

What You’ll Need

• Training in a Technical discipline having served an apprenticeship or equivalent with 1‑2 years of job‑related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of this role.
• To effectively present information to an internal department, client, management and/or colleagues.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE has a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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