Data Center Facilities Technician: Hands-On Infra

Salute; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Salute is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician in Meridian, MS to support day-to-day operations and maintenance of critical infrastructure within a data center. You will assist engineers with inspections, documentation, and basic preventive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and building systems.

Responsibilities include monitoring BMS/EMS data, performing routine rounds, and helping with safety drills, logs, and compliance audits.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0-2 years of experience in facility support, maintenance, or technical environments.
• Internships or apprenticeships in related fields are a plus.
• EPA 608 (if assisting HVAC tasks) - optional.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record data from Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Monitoring Systems (EMS).
• Perform daily data center rounds to inspect equipment and environments.
• Assist senior staff with maintenance tasks and project preparation.
• Log maintenance activities and assist with compliance documentation.
• Support safety, compliance, and IT infrastructure teams as needed.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

PPE usage

Portable meters

BMS/EMS terminals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

PPE

Portable meters

BMS/EMS terminals

Job description

Salute is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician in Meridian, MS to support day-to-day operations and maintenance of critical infrastructure within a data center. You will assist engineers with inspections, documentation, and basic preventive maintenance across electrical, mechanical, and building systems.

Responsibilities include monitoring BMS/EMS data, performing routine rounds, and helping with safety drills, logs, and compliance audits.