Data Center Operations Lead

CBRE Group, Inc.; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technical Team Lead to oversee preventative maintenance and complex repairs in a large data center operation. You will coordinate daily activities, mentor staff, and drive improvements in maintenance programs.

You will oversee building systems and safety procedures, coordinate with contractors and tenants, and respond to emergencies while modeling CBRE RISE values. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in technical services or data center environments.
• Apprenticeship or equivalent technical training required; journeyman status preferred.
• Ability to mentor staff and manage performance in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication with tenants, clients, owners and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures and safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage daily team activities; set schedules and deadlines.
• Mentor staff and cross-train to improve capability.
• Improve Preventive Maintenance programs and manuals.
• Coordinate with contractors, tenants, and technicians.
• Oversee building systems (fire, plumbing, HVAC, electrical).
• Engage with stakeholders and address tenant concerns.
• Lead by example and align with CBRE RISE values.
• Resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues.
• Communicate across teams to achieve objectives.

Skills

Staffing & mentoring

Training & coaching

Performance appraisal

Communication

Shift flexibility

Procedures & standards

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Organizational skills

Education

Journeyman/Electrician license

HVAC license (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technical Team Lead to oversee preventative maintenance and complex repairs in a large data center operation. You will coordinate daily activities, mentor staff, and drive improvements in maintenance programs.

You will oversee building systems and safety procedures, coordinate with contractors and tenants, and respond to emergencies while modeling CBRE RISE values. Strong leadership and communication are essential.