Data Center Operation Tech

Data Center Technician

Location: Mountain View

Reports To: Director, Data Center Site Services

Position Overview

The Data Center Technician supports the day-to-day operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure systems within a mission-critical data center environment. This role assists in maintaining uptime, monitoring system health, and executing approved procedures across electrical and mechanical systems.

This position focuses on hands-on operational support, preventive maintenance, documentation accuracy, and adherence to established safety and compliance standards. Work is performed under established procedures and direction from site leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Systems Support

Assist in monitoring and maintaining UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, PDUs, generators, fuel cells, and BESS (as applicable)

Support switching activities under approved MOPs and supervision

Record system readings and report abnormalities

Assist with redundancy checks following maintenance

Mechanical & Cooling Support

Support operation of critical cooling systems (air and liquid-based)

Assist with monitoring rear-door heat exchangers, CDUs, and direct-to-chip cooling systems

Record temperature, environmental, and flow data

Perform routine inspections of liquid cooling components and report abnormalities

Support leak detection and containment procedures

Documentation & Change Support

Execute approved MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs under supervision

Maintain accurate logs, maintenance records, and inspection checklists

Assist with vendor coordination and site access processes

Support post-maintenance documentation updates

Safety, Security & Compliance

Follow LOTO and electrical safety procedures

Support site access control and escort vendors as needed

Maintain compliance with site policies and audit requirements

Participate in emergency response drills and exercises

Qualifications

13 years of experience in data center, critical facilities, or industrial operations preferred

Basic understanding of electrical and/or mechanical systems

Exposure to liquid cooling environments (rear-door or direct-to-chip) a plus

Familiarity with structured procedures and documentation processes

Willingness to work in a 24/7 operational environment

Technical certification or trade background preferred

Core Competencies

Strong attention to detail

Willingness to follow established procedures

Clear communication and reporting

Safety-focused mindset

Ability to work effectively within a team environment