Data Center Technician — Preventive & Reactive Maintenance

CBRE HV; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE HV is seeking a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs in a data center environment. You will monitor mechanical and electrical systems, react to BMS alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safety and reliability.

You will complete PM tasks, document maintenance activities, and follow CBRE procedures under supervision. The role requires technical training or an apprenticeship and 1–2 years of related experience, with flexibility for shift work.

Qualifications

• Technical training or apprenticeship with 1–2 years of related experience.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends/holidays.
• Basic math and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site inspections of mechanical and engineering systems.
• Ensure safe environmental conditions at the site.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform repairs.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance.
• Document maintenance activities and quality checks.
• Follow CBRE safety processes and complete required training.

Skills

Technical apprenticeship experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Math basics

Education

Technical apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CBRE HV is seeking a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs in a data center environment. You will monitor mechanical and electrical systems, react to BMS alarms, and coordinate with vendors to ensure safety and reliability.

You will complete PM tasks, document maintenance activities, and follow CBRE procedures under supervision. The role requires technical training or an apprenticeship and 1–2 years of related experience, with flexibility for shift work.