Data Center Facilities Technician II: Critical Power & Cooling

Switch; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Benefits

Flexible work options

Hybrid/Remote opportunities

Job summary

Switch is seeking a DCO Facilities Technician II to operate and maintain mission critical electrical and mechanical systems in data centers. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to alarms, and assist vendors during maintenance and expansion projects.

The role demands hands-on technical capability, strict safety practices, and the ability to thrive in a 24/7/365 environment while upholding Switch safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in facilities electrical/mechanical environments including at least 2 years in relevant systems
• Technical trade school training in mechanical or electrical fields preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical power and cooling systems
• Respond to infrastructure alarms including temperature, UPS, battery, fluid, cooler and pump alerts
• Support vendors and contractors during maintenance and expansion projects
• Complete work orders accurately and on time within the CMMS
• Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions
• Follow Switch safety policies and procedures including OSHA and NFPA requirements
• Assist in development and updates of operational procedures and documentation
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and environmental wiring systems (CAT5/CAT6/Modbus)
• Use diagnostic tools like thermal imaging to assess system performance
• Ensure customer compliance with Switch Acceptable Use Policy
• Participate in training and technical development activities

Skills

Facilities experience

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school training

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Switch is seeking a DCO Facilities Technician II to operate and maintain mission critical electrical and mechanical systems in data centers. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to alarms, and assist vendors during maintenance and expansion projects.

The role demands hands-on technical capability, strict safety practices, and the ability to thrive in a 24/7/365 environment while upholding Switch safety policies and procedures.