Data Center Team Lead - TechOps & Mentorship

CBRE; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technical Team Lead to manage a large data center operation. You will supervise daily activities, schedules, and cross-train staff while coordinating maintenance with contractors and tenants.

The role requires leadership, problem solving, and strong knowledge of building systems. Flexibility for shifts, weekend availability, and physical requirements are expected in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical discipline with an apprenticeship or equivalent, or related experience/education.
• Journeyman/Electrician or HVAC license preferred, and any required state/local licensure.
• Experience in staffing, training, coaching, and performance management is preferred.
• Ability to convey expectations and handle sensitive information professionally.
• May require weekend/holiday shifts.
• Must meet physical requirements of the role.
• Understanding of procedures and standards to solve moderately complex problems.
• Ability to analyze solutions using technical judgement and precedents.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities, schedules, and tasks.
• Implement improvements to preventive maintenance programs and manuals.
• Oversee building systems including fire safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues.
• Communicate with tenants, clients, owners, and vendors regularly.
• Respond to emergencies and client concerns.
• Lead by example, align with CBRE RISE values, influence stakeholders.
• Apply discipline knowledge to achieve team objectives.
• Identify and troubleshoot day-to-day and moderately complex issues.

Skills

Staff management

Coaching/Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Advanced math

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CBRE, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technical Team Lead to manage a large data center operation. You will supervise daily activities, schedules, and cross-train staff while coordinating maintenance with contractors and tenants.

The role requires leadership, problem solving, and strong knowledge of building systems. Flexibility for shifts, weekend availability, and physical requirements are expected in this fast-paced environment.