Data Center Technician: Preventive & Reactive Maintenance

CBRE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs within a Data Center operation, supporting critical client environments. You will inspect Mechanical & Engineering systems, monitor environmental conditions, and respond to Building Management System alarms.

The role involves coordinating with third-party vendors, following established processes, carrying out PMs, and maintaining safe, compliant work records.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical discipline with an apprenticeship or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of related job experience preferred or considered with education.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site inspections of Mechanical & Engineering systems and equipment.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform emergency repairs.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Take meter readings from UPS, PDUs, and utilities and document results.

Skills

Technical training

Shift work

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic math

Education

Apprenticeship / Technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs within a Data Center operation, supporting critical client environments. You will inspect Mechanical & Engineering systems, monitor environmental conditions, and respond to Building Management System alarms.

The role involves coordinating with third-party vendors, following established processes, carrying out PMs, and maintaining safe, compliant work records.