Operations Technician

Element Critical; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and HDHP Healthcare Plans

FSA and HSA with above market Employer

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Disability and Life

Additional Group Insurances

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Lead

Company Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401k with Employer Match

Personal Development and Learning

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Element Critical in Wood Dale, Illinois is seeking an Operations Technician I who will support critical infrastructure operations, site security, shipping and receiving, and customer support via ticketing systems.

You will play a key role in maintaining operational uptime, responding to alerts, and delivering excellent customer service through hands‑on technical assistance in network and infrastructure installations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required with 2–4 years in Security Operations, Data Center Operations or Customer Service.
• Familiarity with security system hardware/software, data center monitoring tools and help desk technologies.
• Proficient in MS Office suite and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Site Security functions including visitor check‑in, badge processing and access control enrollment.
• Process Site Access Request NetSuite cases and Shipping/Receiving NetSuite cases.
• Monitor ticketing queues, acknowledge customer requests, and respond to alerts.
• Assist with network circuit troubleshooting and installation tasks.
• Maintain records in site databases and service order systems.

Skills

Security operations

Data center operations

Customer service

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Element Critical provides hybrid infrastructure solutions in an expanding portfolio of data centre facilities across the country. Our mission is to meet the diverse needs of today's business and technology leaders by delivering superior service and product offerings, cultivating trusted relationships with our customers, and motivating and enabling our employees. This is an opportunity to get involved near the ground level and grow exponentially with a company that is poised to execute. Come join our team!

Department: Customer Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Location: Wood Dale, Illinois
Shift: Nights
Reports to: Operations Site Manager

Element Critical is a well-funded, fast-paced organization that is seeking to make several acquisitions over the next few years and develop into a very strong national player.

OVERVIEW

Element Critical is seeking to add an Operations Technician I who aligns with our company values of accountability, integrity, grit, and problem-solving. The Operations Technician will support critical infrastructure operations. This position will be responsible for site security, shipping and receiving, customer support via ticketing systems, and hands-on technical assistance in network and infrastructure installations. You will play a key role in maintaining operational uptime, responding to alerts, and providing excellent customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform Site Security functions, including visitor site access check in, badge processing and reconciliation, and access control system enrollment.
• Process Site Access Request NetSuite cases.
• Process Shipping and Receiving NetSuite cases.
• Handle package deliveries, document chain of custody and alert Site or Delivery Manager of deliveries.
• Monitor NetSuite case queues, dispatch and acknowledge customer requests.
• Monitor and acknowledge BMS and NMS alerts, create NetSuite cases for critical alarms.
• Create customer communication maintenance and event notifications.
• Track maintenance notification life cycle with timely response to In Progress and Completion customer notifications.
• Assist with service order installation and network circuit troubleshooting.
• Assist installation of cage, cabinets, ladder rack, and fiber tray.
• Assist with copper and fiber cross connect installation, testing and labeling.
• Perform remote hands services for clients including hardware installation, power strips, rails, cable management and client equipment reboot.
• Handle the expedient resolution of all escalations and emergency response requests.
• Report status through ticketing system, shift reports and email.
• Maintain accurate records and document all problems including site computerized facility record databases and service order systems.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 - 4 years Security Operations, Data Center Operations and Customer Service experience.
• Knowledge of Security System hardware and software, Data Center Monitoring applications, Help Desk Tools, Critical Operations infrastructure.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Possess the ability and desire to learn and take on additional responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period such as sitting or standing.
• Must be able to move within the office space, data center, and outdoor areas of the facility when required.
• Must be able to perform movements such as kneeling, bending, crouching, and use of hands to touch/feel machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Must be able to operate office machinery and equipment.
• May be required to occasionally lift or move objects that weigh up to 65 lbs.

BENEFITS

• PPO and HDHP Healthcare Plans
• FSA and HSA with above market Employer HSA Match
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Additional Group Insurances
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Leave
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with up to 4% Employer Match
• Personal Development and Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program