Maintenance Technician - Data Center Facility

CBRE Group, Inc.; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Maintenance Technician to join our mission-critical team in New Jersey.

You will perform preventive maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and precise repairs on UPS systems, industrial generators, and HVAC units to ensure maximum uptime in a hyperscale environment. You will follow strict safety protocols, review work orders, and collaborate with teams to maintain energy efficiency and compliance with building standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or trade school diploma, with 1-2 years in critical infrastructure.
• Must meet physical requirements: lifting 50 lbs+, standing, climbing stairs.
• Ability to follow work routines and SOPs; strong communication.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and monitoring of data center infrastructure (UPS, generators, cooling).
• Follow MOP, SOP, and LOTO safety protocols; review work orders.
• Support energy management and inspect installations for code compliance.
• Communicate clearly and exchange information as needed.
• Work under close supervision and deliver defined outputs.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED or trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Data Center Maintenance Technician, you are at the heart of mission-critical data center operations, keeping the digital world running 24/7. In this fast-paced data center environment, you will be the frontline defense for hyperscale data center infrastructure—performing high-stakes preventative maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and precision repairs on massive data center UPS systems, industrial generators, and complex HVAC units to guarantee absolute maximum uptime.

What You’ll Do

• Critical preventive maintenance, repairs, and monitoring of hyperscale data center infrastructure—including UPS, generators, and cooling—are performed to ensure maximum uptime. Work is conducted in compliance with strict MOP, SOP, and LOTO safety protocols to maintain optimal power usage effectiveness and adhere to data center standards. Review assigned work orders and partner with available systems to track completion.
• Support energy management by ensuring all building systems are operating efficiently.
• Inspect existing installations for compliance with building codes and safety regulations.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exchange straightforward information in a clear, concise manner.
• Impact team through defined duties, methods and tasks as described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience in critical infrastructure. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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