Data Center HVAC Technician — Critical Cooling

Limiting Factor Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Limiting Factor Group is seeking a Mechanical Technician in Palo Alto, CA to install, maintain and repair cooling and mechanical systems across data center sites. This role requires careful documentation and adherence to live-facility procedures to ensure uninterrupted cooling.

You will install chillers, air handlers, pumps, cooling towers, piping and controls, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, assist with startup and commissioning, and monitor water treatment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial or industrial HVAC or mechanical work.
• EPA 608 Universal certification.
• Ability to read piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Familiarity with building management systems.
• Any state license or certification required for the work performed.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain chillers, air handlers, pumps, cooling towers, piping, valves and controls.
• Carry out preventive maintenance on schedule.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults.
• Assist with equipment startup and commissioning.
• Monitor water treatment and report readings outside normal limits.
• Carry out work in live facilities under approved written procedures.
• Record completed work in the maintenance system.

Skills

HVAC experience

EPA 608 Universal

P&ID reading

BMS familiarity

Licenses and certifications

Job description

Limiting Factor Group is seeking a Mechanical Technician in Palo Alto, CA to install, maintain and repair cooling and mechanical systems across data center sites. This role requires careful documentation and adherence to live-facility procedures to ensure uninterrupted cooling.

You will install chillers, air handlers, pumps, cooling towers, piping and controls, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, assist with startup and commissioning, and monitor water treatment.