Data Center Technician: Critical Facilities and Maintenance

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is seeking a facilities technician to manage mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems within our data center environments in Illinois.

The role involves maintaining HVAC and chilled water components, overseeing electrical distribution, and ensuring safe, compliant operation. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, system performance analysis, and collaboration with contractors to implement upgrades while minimizing downtime and costs.

Qualifications

• Relevant high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant advanced qualification or equivalent work related experience required.
• Relevant certifications such as CPR/First Aid and NFPA70E Certified (can be gained during course of employment).

Responsibilities

• Maintain chilled water systems and HVAC components.
• Oversee electrical distribution from the utility/generator main switchgear through the UPS to the customer load.
• Inspect and manage fire life safety systems and detectors.
• Analyze systems to ensure best practices for internal and external customers.
• Coordinate with contractors for maintenance or upgrades.
• Ensure routine preventive and predictive maintenance to avoid unplanned outages.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Contractor coordination

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Fire Life Safety

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant advanced qualification/experience

CPR/First Aid & NFPA70E certification

Tools

BMS/PLC Controls

Job description

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is seeking a facilities technician to manage mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems within our data center environments in Illinois.

The role involves maintaining HVAC and chilled water components, overseeing electrical distribution, and ensuring safe, compliant operation. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, system performance analysis, and collaboration with contractors to implement upgrades while minimizing downtime and costs.