Data Center Technician (Relocation Assistance Available)

Serverfarm; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Full coverage medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Serverfarm is seeking a Data Center Technician in Covington, GA. This individual will ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of critical data center infrastructure. Responsibilities include operational leadership, mentoring, and adherence to safety standards.

The role emphasizes maintaining uptime of critical systems, monitoring environmental conditions, and supporting maintenance activities. Candidates should have at least 2 years of Data Center experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working in a Data Center with proven success in delivering customer requirements.
• Ability to self-manage and align with changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain MEP plant and distribution infrastructure safely.
• Monitor power and environmental conditions in critical spaces.
• Assist with planning and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Escort and support contractors on-site.
• Respond to site incidents and manage documentation.

Skills

Data Center Operations

Communication Skills

Self-management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Data Center Technician is responsible for the reliable operation, maintenance, and optimization of mission‑critical data center infrastructure. This role serves as a technical authority on shift, leading operational execution, mentoring junior technicians, and ensuring adherence to safety, change management, and operational excellence standards. The Data Center Technician plays a key role in protecting critical load, reducing operational risk, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

THIS ROLE WILL BE BASED ON‑SITE IN COVINGTON, GA. We will offer relocation assistance to all candidates who meet the requirements and are willing to move.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that all MEP plant and distribution infrastructure is operated and maintained in a safe manner, to best industry practice and within manufacturers recommendations.
• Monitor power and environmental conditions within all critical spaces within the facility.
• Perform assigned maintenance tasks in accordance with SF practices utilizing the internal CMMS.
• Assist with planning and scheduling corrective maintenance activities.
• Escort and support outside contractors, ensuring they are abiding SF work rules and processes.
• Respond to site incidents, execute appropriate MOP/EOP documentation to resolve and/or mitigate issues and communicate to manage throughout event.
• Support and follow all SF Change Control policies and procedures.
• Perform site rounds and report any issues found to site management.
• Participate in construction and commissioning activities as directed by site management.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal safety laws and requirements.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the management team.
• Participate in and support MOP/SOP/EOP documentation process for site.
• Participate in and support the development of site policies and standards.
• Work with site team members to deliver 100% uptime of critical infrastructure.

Required Skills

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 2+ years experience working in a Data Center with proven success in delivering customer requirements in a critical technology environment.
• Evidence of self‑management and alignment with ever‑changing priorities.
• Good written and oral communication skills, tenacity, and working to a high level of accuracy.

Benefits and Compensation

The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.

Serverfarm is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace and offers paid time off, paid holidays, 401k and FULL coverage medical, dental and vision. Our compensation philosophy rewards employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned with the company’s goals and strategic initiatives.