Critical Operations Technician

$110k

Full-time

Energi People USA

Critical Operations Technician (Data Centre)
On-site | Competitive Pay | Mission-Critical Environment
Power the Infrastructure That Powers the World
An industry-leading data centre operator is looking for a Critical Operations Technician to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a high-performance, always-on environment, where your expertise directly impacts uptime, resilience, and operational excellence.
If you thrive in fast-paced, hands-on technical roles and want to be part of a team that keeps critical infrastructure running 24/7 — this role is for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Critical Operations Technician, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day running of a mission-critical facility, ensuring all systems operate safely, efficiently, and without interruption.
Hands-On Technical Work
Operate, monitor, and maintain electrical, mechanical, and control systems
Quickly diagnose and respond to faults, alarms, and system abnormalities
Execute planned and reactive maintenance to the highest standards
⚡ Electrical Systems
Work across critical power infrastructure, including:
UPS systems
Switchgear
PDUs and RPPs
Support power distribution from utility to customer load
❄️ Mechanical & Cooling Systems
Maintain complex cooling systems such as:
Chilled water plants
CRAH/CRAC units
HVAC and air-side systems
Chillers and fan wall systems
Fire Life Safety
Oversee fire detection and suppression systems, including:
Pre-action and wet sprinkler systems
Ensure full compliance with safety standards
Optimisation & Improvement
Analyse system performance and identify efficiency improvements
Contribute to continuous improvement across the facility
Support upgrades and infrastructure projects
Site Operations
Conduct routine inspections and facility walkdowns
Maintain accurate logs and maintenance records (CMMS)
Support incident response, reporting, and root cause analysis
What We’re Looking For
✅ Essential Experience
1–5 years in a data centre or mission-critical environment
Strong working knowledge of:
Electrical systems (UPS, transformers, ATS/STS, distribution)
Mechanical systems (cooling infrastructure, HVAC, chillers)
Experience with BMS/monitoring systems and CMMS platforms
Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure
⭐ Desirable
Experience in highly structured environments (e.g. military, critical engineering)
Relevant technical qualifications or degree
What’s In It For You
Competitive hourly rate ($40–$44)
Work with cutting-edge, high-availability infrastructure
Opportunity to develop deep expertise in mission-critical environments
Join a collaborative, high-performing team
️ Comprehensive benefits package
Working Environment
24/7 operational facility — shift work required (including nights/weekends/on-call)
Hands-on, physical role in a live technical environment
High-impact position where your decisions matter
Why Apply?
This is more than a maintenance role — it’s a chance to be part of the backbone of the digital economy. Every system you maintain supports businesses, cloud platforms, and critical services worldwide.
If you’re ready to step into a role where performance, reliability, and teamwork are everything, we want to hear from you.

Vacancy posted 11 days ago

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