Data Center Mechanical Technician

CBRE HV; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Mechanical Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs within a high‑demand data center environment. You will support daily site inspections, monitor UPS and PDU readings, and ensure safe environmental conditions for operations.

The role involves reacting to Building Management System alarms, coordinating with vendors, and completing planned maintenance under established procedures.

Qualifications

• Technical training or apprenticeship completed; 1–2 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication to present information clearly to internal teams and management.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail in daily maintenance tasks.
• Basic math skills for calculations related to maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and engineering systems within a data center.
• Monitor environmental conditions and ensure safe working environment.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors and ensure compliance with processes and regulations.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
• Check BMS for HVAC conditions and respond to client issues.

Skills

Technical aptitude

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math

Education

Technical apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

As a CBRE Data Center Mechanical Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
• Ensure the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
• React to Building Management System alarms, and complete emergency repairs as needed.
• Work with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with company-developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Alert management if subcontractor performance doesn’t meet all requirements per the Master Service Agreement.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
• Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to HVAC-related client problems.
• Building walkthroughs, taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s and utilities.
• Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects.
• Complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures. Follow all safety processes and requirements and ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. Conduct routine quality checks for comprehensive maintenance records.
• Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

• Training in a Technical discipline having served an apprenticeship or equivalent with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays
• Must be able to Meet the physical requirements of this role.
• To effectively present information to an internal department, client, management and/or colleagues.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions

Additional Information

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