Data Centre Technician

Teraco; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Data Centre Technician to ensure the seamless operation of critical infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining essential systems, including generators, UPS, and cooling systems. Your expertise will ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational agreements, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of the Data Centre. If you are passionate about electrical systems and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining electrical systems within data centres.
• Knowledge of compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain critical infrastructure in the Data Centre.
• Perform planned and preventative maintenance on all systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Systems Maintenance

Fault Detection

HVAC Systems Evaluation

Technical Support

Safety Compliance

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Certification in Data Centre Operations

Tools

Electrical Control Panels

Generator Systems

UPS Systems

Cooling Systems

Job description

The Data Centre Technician (Electrical Technician) provides a range of services focused on the daily operations and maintenance of the Data Centre facility. This includes managing equipment and processes to ensure effective and efficient operation of the Data Centre.

Objectives

Main functions of the Job

1. Monitoring and maintaining all Data Centre critical infrastructure (generator, UPS, fire and cooling systems)
2. Performing planned and preventative maintenance on all infrastructure
3. Fault detection of critical infrastructure
4. Switching and isolating MV and LV equipment
5. Installing and commissioning new plant
6. Conducting daily walk-arounds and inspections of electrical, mechanical (cooling), and fire systems and equipment
7. Wiring electrical control panels
8. Providing technical support by performing system/network installation, configuration, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal operations
9. Monitoring system processes to ensure smooth operation
10. Evaluating heating and cooling systems to ensure they meet equipment temperature requirements
11. Ensuring compliance with working methods to meet all client SLAs and MSAs
12. Monitoring critical environments to ensure uptime and efficient issue resolution

Compliance

• Maintaining compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and legislative codes
• Meeting inter-departmental Operational Level Agreements (OLAs)
• Monitoring health and safety, and taking corrective actions to meet statutory compliance and the company's goal of zero tolerance for unsafe work practices