Senior Data Center Facilities Technician

Switch; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Flexible work options

Job summary

Switch is seeking a DCO Facilities Technician III to support operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical infrastructure in Switch data centers. You will serve as a senior technical resource, addressing alarms, troubleshooting systems, and mentoring junior technicians to uphold uptime and safety standards.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, safety focus, and the ability to work across shifts in a 24x7 environment, with opportunities for remote and hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a related technical field.
• 4+ years working with electrical, mechanical, or electronic systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics and electrical drawings.
• OSHA 10 and NFPA 70E certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain critical infrastructure systems to help ensure continuous operations.
• Respond to and investigate critical facility alarms and operational events.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities in accordance with schedules and procedures.
• Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and environmental systems in data center environments.
• Support maintenance, operations, and expansion projects across facilities.
• Work with vendors and contractors to ensure work meets Switch standards.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for unsafe or abnormal conditions.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety culture

Mentoring others

Operational excellence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school education related to mechanical, electrical, or electronics disciplines

Job description

Switch is seeking a DCO Facilities Technician III to support operation, maintenance, and reliability of critical infrastructure in Switch data centers. You will serve as a senior technical resource, addressing alarms, troubleshooting systems, and mentoring junior technicians to uphold uptime and safety standards.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, safety focus, and the ability to work across shifts in a 24x7 environment, with opportunities for remote and hybrid work arrangements.