Senior Critical Facilities Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Longmont is seeking a Data Center Sr. Technician to conduct preventative maintenance and complex repairs within a data center environment. The role focuses on Mechanical, Electrical, and BAS systems with emphasis on safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor alarms, inspect equipment, review UPS/PDU readings, and coordinate with vendors to ensure standards are met. A strong technical mindset and shift availability are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1–2 years of job-related experience.
• Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.
• Meet the physical requirements including lifting 50 lbs or more.
• Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
• Intermediate math skills for calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and complex corrective repairs on data center equipment.
• Manage daily site inspections of Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment.
• React to Building Management System alarms and complete emergency repairs as needed.
• Ensure vendor compliance with processes and safety standards, and accompany on-site visits.
• Review UPS, PDU, and utility meter readings and document findings.
• Provide mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and help develop SOPs and risk assessments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Inquisitive mindset

Analytical thinking

Ability to analyze information

Intermed. math skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role: As a CBRE Data Center Sr. Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and complex corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments. What You’ll Do: • Manage 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. • Make sure third parties and vendors follow compliance with company-developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations. Accompany vendor’s on-site visits as needed and ensure site standards are met. • Verify subcontractor performance meets all requirements per the Master Service Agreement. • Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance on all equipment. Assist staff with tricky situations. • Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to complex HVAC-related client problems. • Review meter readings from UPS, PDU and utilities to ensure accurate information is documented. • Provide Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting. Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects. • Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance at the site. • Complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures. Follow all safety processes and requirements and confirm all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. • Operate a permit-to-work system under the company’s health and safety procedures. Verify that appropriate controls are within the Permit-to-Work systems. • Ensure that ACOP’s applicable to the maintenance industry procedures. • Conduct routine quality checks for comprehensive maintenance records. • Help create and develop work processes, Job Hazard Analysis reports, and SOPs for critical work with risk assessment. Ensure that CERM documents and logbooks are updated. • Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities. • Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them. • Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. • Impact the quality of own work. • Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. • Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.What You’ll Need:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.• Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays• 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 use existing procedures to solve standard problems.• Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.• Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.Why CBREWhen you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.Our Values In HiringAt CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.DisclaimersApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.Applicant AI Use DisclosureWe value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.About CBRE Group, Inc.CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sr Data Center Technician position is $65,000 annually [or $31.25 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Sr Data Center Technician position is $85,000 annually [or $40.86 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).