Data Center Technician — Essential Facility Maintenance

CBRE HV; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs within a Data Center operation. You will join the Critical and Technical Services team, maintaining mechanical and electrical systems to ensure uptime.

You will monitor environmental conditions, respond to BMS alarms, coordinate with third-party vendors, and follow safety and regulatory requirements, delivering quality maintenance records and training as needed.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or equivalent in a technical discipline with 1-2 years of related experience.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must meet physical requirements.
• Ability to present information to internal and client teams.
• Basic math skills for percentages, discounts, and markups.
• Strong organizational skills and inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical and electrical systems in a data center.
• Monitor environmental conditions to maintain a safe work environment.
• React to Building Management System alarms and complete emergency repairs.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure compliance with processes and laws.
• Record maintenance activities and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Technical apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE seeks a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs within a Data Center operation. You will join the Critical and Technical Services team, maintaining mechanical and electrical systems to ensure uptime.

You will monitor environmental conditions, respond to BMS alarms, coordinate with third-party vendors, and follow safety and regulatory requirements, delivering quality maintenance records and training as needed.