Data Center Facilities Technician (Day Shift)

CBRE; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs in a data center environment. This is a Day Shift role within the Critical and Technical Services function, focusing on maintaining reliable mechanical and engineering systems for client environments.

Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, responding to BMS alarms, coordinating with vendors, executing PM tasks, and recording maintenance activities to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical discipline with 1–2 years of job-related experience.
• Apprenticeship or equivalent acceptable.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role.
• Effective presentation of information to internal teams and management.
• Ability to follow basic routines and standards.
• Good communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills for simple calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site inspections of mechanical & engineering systems and equipment.
• Ensure environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and complete emergency repairs.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure compliance with processes and laws.
• Alert management if subcontractor performance is not meeting requirements.
• Complete planned PM and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Check BMS for running/alarm conditions and address HVAC issues.
• Conduct building walkthroughs and take readings from UPS, PDUs and utilities.
• Provide fixes to facility faults and ensure maintenance records are complete.
• Complete required training and follow established procedures under supervision.

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs in a data center environment. This is a Day Shift role within the Critical and Technical Services function, focusing on maintaining reliable mechanical and engineering systems for client environments.

Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, responding to BMS alarms, coordinating with vendors, executing PM tasks, and recording maintenance activities to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.