Data Center Technician: Critical Systems & PM Pro

CBRE, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety training

Job summary

CBRE, Inc. seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs in a data center environment.

You will assist with daily site inspections of mechanical and engineering systems and work under supervision to ensure safe and compliant operations. The role involves responding to Building Management System alarms, coordinating with third-party vendors, and completing planned and reactive maintenance on critical equipment.

Qualifications

• Technical training with apprenticeship or equivalent, and related job experience.
• 1-2 years of job-related experience in a technical environment.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs in a data center.
• Assist with daily site inspections of mechanical & engineering systems.
• Respond to BMS alarms and support emergency repairs.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure compliance with processes and laws.
• Complete planned PM and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Record readings from UPS and PDU meters and monitor environmental conditions.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain quality records.

Skills

Technical training

Apprenticeship

Shift work

Physical fitness

Communication

MS Office

Organization

Basic math

Education

Apprenticeship / technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

CBRE, Inc. seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs in a data center environment.

You will assist with daily site inspections of mechanical and engineering systems and work under supervision to ensure safe and compliant operations. The role involves responding to Building Management System alarms, coordinating with third-party vendors, and completing planned and reactive maintenance on critical equipment.