Critical Facilities Technician
About The Position
Aligned Data Centers is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician in Sterling, Virginia. Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this role performs hands-on analysis, maintenance, and troubleshooting in 24x7 data center facility operations. Work includes installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non-critical mechanical and/or electrical equipment and controls located inside and outside the building. The technician monitors building operations, supports emergency response, and coordinates work by employees and third-party contractors to ensure safe, compliant operations and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 3–5 years of experience in electrical or mechanical critical facilities support, or 7 or more years of experience as an HVAC or mechanical/electrical technician.
- Computer skills, including MS Office.
- Ability to work overtime and longer shifts of 12 hours.
- Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Electrical or mechanical certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical and non-critical equipment.
- Operate and maintain HVAC components, plumbing, generators, fire detection and suppression systems, life-safety systems, temperature controls, building management systems, and digital systems such as fire alarms, duress systems, card access, and CCTV.
- Plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise electrical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs for a critical facilities environment.
- Ensure change-control procedures are developed, approved, and executed properly.
- Schedule and support preventive, contracted, and general maintenance, including quality assurance.
- Perform work in accordance with governing MOP, SOP, and ERP procedures and maintenance work instructions.
- Operate and monitor critical and non-critical system equipment and components; oversee employees and contractors performing maintenance or modifications.
- Disable and enable fire alarm control panels and systems as needed.
- Receive and execute preventive and corrective maintenance work orders for critical systems, electrical systems, and building structures; consult with managers, leads, supervisors, and staff about materials; and complete work-order documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
- Respond promptly to emergencies, including fires, evacuations, equipment failures, and customer concerns.
- Monitor building operations and conduct periodic property tours during scheduled shifts.
- Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of electrical systems.
- Evaluate, assign, and monitor employee and contractor safe-work responsibilities and capabilities.
- Develop, communicate, and improve processes to support continuous improvement and innovation.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible participants.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
- 401(k) plan with company match; the posting also describes a generous match with immediate vesting.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Short-term disability, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage (with medical election).
- Optional voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage.
- Employee assistance program and Wellhub/Gympass gym membership.
- Other wellness initiatives.
- Bonus opportunities.
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
