Brooksource
Brooksource

Entry-Level Data Center Technician

Virginia, VA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
On-site
$25.00 - $30.00/hr
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Skills

  • Design Of Experiments
  • Recruiting
  • Training And Development
  • Work Ethic
  • English
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Electronics
  • Military
  • Data Collection
  • Change Management
  • Instructor-led Training
  • Collaboration
  • UPS
  • Applicant Tracking System
  • HVAC
  • VFD
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Management
  • SAP BASIS
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Project Management
  • Performance Management
  • Professional Development
  • Leadership
  • Data Centers
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Training
  • Mentorship

Summary

Entry-Level Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

Onsite in one of the following areas: Manassas, Chantilly, Ashburn, Sterling

12-month Contract-to-Hire

$25 - $30/hr (DOE)

Position Summary:

We are hiring motivated, entry-level individuals to begin their hands-on technical career as Engineering Operations Technicians (EOTs) through our Data Center Talent Accelerator (DCTA) Elevate Program, a paid training and development pathway. Through our DCTA Elevate Program, candidates who may not yet have direct data center or technical experience will receive structured training followed by on-the-job learning in a data center environment.

As a member of the Engineering and Facilities team, you will support the operation and maintenance of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure, follow detailed safety and operating procedures, and help maintain world-class facility reliability. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with curiosity for technology, a strong work ethic, and interest in electrical, mechanical, or facilities systems.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Highly proficient in written and spoken English
  • Lifting and moving up to 39 pounds independently on a normal basis. 40+ pounds for group lifts.
  • Working and performing construction tasks from ladders.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products (e.g., Excel, Word) and web-based operational tools.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
  • Completed apprenticeship as an Electronics Technician/Electrician or equivalent recognized training.
  • 1+ years of job-related experience in a fast-paced environment (restaurant, hospital/ER, classroom/schools, military, etc.)
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant discipline.
  • Familiarity with Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) control systems and data collection/trending.
  • Proficient with Change Management Systems (CMS) and Ticket Systems.

Responsibilities:

In-person Classroom Training:
  • Selected candidates will begin with a 4 week instructor-led training program through a local community college.

Safety:
  • Uphold and promote the highest safety standards, fostering a world-class safety culture.
  • Collaborate with other teams to address safety risks/issues and take ownership of safety initiatives and projects.

Engineering & Facility Operations and Maintenance:
  • Demonstrate operational expertise in electrical and mechanical equipment, including UPS's, Switchgear, Circuit
  • Breakers, ATS's, Diesel Generators, Chillers, HVAC, Exhaust Fans, VFD's, and Transformers.
  • Troubleshoot events within internal SLAs and work varying shifts (morning, late, and night).
  • Conduct routine rounds/log-taking for operational readings of mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance.
  • Respond to off-duty emergency calls on an on-call rotation basis.
  • Lift/move objects/materials within regulatory weight limits and work in outdoor weather conditions occasionally.
  • Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position.

Shift Details:
  • Shifts are 12.5 hours long (5:30 AM/PM - 6:30 AM/PM)
  • Days are 3 on 4 off, 4 on 3 off. For example, you could work Sunday - Tuesday, be off Wednesday - Saturday, and then work Sunday - Wednesday, be off Thursday - Saturday.
  • Both day and night shifts will be required to work at any point

What is the Elevate Program?

Brooksource's Elevate program is designed to accelerate skill-set development for cutting-edge technologies through in-depth, paid training, professional development, and cultural enrichment. While working in the Elevate program, you will learn the skills and capabilities needed for advanced promotional activities and become a part of our client's next generation Leadership pipeline. We are looking for passionate, hardworking, career-oriented individuals that are ready to take the next step!

What's in it For You...?
  • Join a team dedicated to operating and maintaining the critical infrastructure across the data centers like power, cooling, and mechanical systems, to make sure things are running safely and reliably.
  • Join Brooksource's exclusive Elevate program that provides in-person data center training meant to rapidly enhance your technical ability and a senior mentor to be your source of truth.
  • Get your foot in the door of a massive Fortune 200 technology company that is rapidly growing and innovating.
  • Enroll in weekly paychecks, comprehensive health benefits, and more
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  • Posted 4 hours ago

Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks: 

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc. 

 Pay Disclaimer: 

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
  • Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
  • Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
  • AWS Partner
  • Salesforce Partner
  • Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
  • Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
  • Tableau Services Partner
  • Snowflake Partner
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

  • Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
  • Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
  • 2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
  • Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
  • Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
  • Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
  • Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
  • Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
  • Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
  • Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
  • Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
  • Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
  • Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014
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