Data Center Technician – Weekend Day Shift

CBRE; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Technician in Minnesota to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. You will inspect Mechanical & Engineering systems, respond to BMS alarms, and coordinate with third-party vendors to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

This role requires an apprenticeship or technical training, the ability to work weekends/holidays, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Training in a technical discipline with an apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role.
• Ability to present information clearly to internal departments, clients, management and colleagues.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in applying work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills (percentages, discounts, markups).

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
• Ensure the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
• React to Building Management System alarms and complete emergency repairs as needed.
• Work with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with company processes and laws/regulations.
• Alert management if subcontractor performance doesn’t meet requirements per the Master Service Agreement.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
• Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to HVAC-related client problems.
• Perform building walkthroughs and take meter readings from UPS, PDUs and utilities.
• Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects.
• Follow defined processes and ensure safety, regulatory, and quality standards are met.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mathematics basics

Problem solving

Safety mindset

Education

Apprenticeship or technical diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Technician in Minnesota to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. You will inspect Mechanical & Engineering systems, respond to BMS alarms, and coordinate with third-party vendors to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

This role requires an apprenticeship or technical training, the ability to work weekends/holidays, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.