Data Center HVAC Technician

Job#: 3033634

Job Description:
Data Center Facilities Technician

Location: Radford, VA

Employment Type: Contract
Overview

We are seeking a Data Center Facilities Technician to support a secure government data center environment, ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of critical infrastructure systems. This role is part of a Facilities Management team responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems that support mission-critical IT operations.

This is a hands-on position requiring strong troubleshooting skills, technical expertise, and the ability to operate in a high-availability environment supporting government programs.
Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems throughout the facility to ensure continuous operations
• Install and support new electrical circuits for building infrastructure and IT systems
• Maintain and operate infrastructure systems including:
  • Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
  • Emergency generators
  • Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS)
  • Chillers and cooling towers
  • Sewer ejection systems
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Design and install conduit runs to support electrical infrastructure upgrades
• Oversee vendor maintenance and installations to ensure work meets government standards, applicable codes, and project requirements
• Utilize ServiceNow or similar platforms to manage incident tickets, change requests, and workflow processes
• Interpret and follow diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
• Identify and troubleshoot failures across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems
• Maintain documentation including maintenance records, purchase orders, and infrastructure diagrams
• Identify system deficiencies and recommend solutions to maintain data center stability and performance
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to plan and implement infrastructure upgrades
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for emergency response situations
• Support general facilities operations including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and overall building maintenance

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, or equivalent vocational training in HVAC or a related field
• 2+ years of experience working with:
  • Commercial electrical systems
  • Mechanical/HVAC systems
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Ability to respond to emergency call-ins within a defined timeframe
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing facility infrastructure systems
• Ability to analyze multiple systems simultaneously and quickly determine root cause during outages
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing projects, coordinating work efforts, and forecasting materials
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude

Clearance Requirement

Clearance: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Secret Security Clearance as a condition or continuation of employment.
Additional Information

This position supports a secure government environment and requires adherence to strict operational, safety, and compliance standards. Candidates must be comfortable working in a mission-critical setting where uptime and reliability are essential.

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EEO Employer

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