Data Center Facilities Technician: Critical Infra Maintenance

Edc; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Edc is seeking a Facilities Technician to operate and maintain critical data center infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire/safety systems. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance, document work in the CMMS, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will respond to equipment issues, assist in incident analysis, and support customers, vendors, and internal teams to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical cert in mechanical/electrical systems preferred.
• 1–3 years in data centers, IT support, facilities, or similar environments.
• Understanding of electrical, mechanical, and/or HVAC systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, security, and compliance requirements including JHAs and local regulations.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain critical infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire/life safety systems.
• Document work in the CMMS and ensure tasks meet standards.
• Respond to abnormal equipment conditions and stabilize systems using SOPs and EOPs.
• Provide on-site support for customers, vendors, and contractors with technical assistance.
• Monitor alarms and equipment via BMS, reporting alerts and turnover notes.
• Receive and ship equipment, track asset changes, and ensure parts availability.
• Collaborate with data center operations, IT, Facilities, and Operations teams to ensure smooth projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

CMMS

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification (mechanical/electrical)

Tools

CMMS

BMS

Job description

Edc is seeking a Facilities Technician to operate and maintain critical data center infrastructure including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fire/safety systems. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance, document work in the CMMS, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

You will respond to equipment issues, assist in incident analysis, and support customers, vendors, and internal teams to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.