Critical Facilities Technician

Aligned Data Centers

95d•$35 - $45

About The Position

Aligned Data Centers is hiring a Critical Facilities Technician in Chicago, Illinois. Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this hands-on role analyzes, maintains, and troubleshoots 24x7 data center facility operations. The work includes installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non-critical mechanical and electrical machinery and controls located inside and outside the building. The technician monitors and operates facility systems, performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, and coordinates maintenance work and contractors in accordance with safety requirements and governing procedures. The role also responds to emergencies and customer concerns, monitors building operations, and documents completed work in the computerized maintenance management system. The position requires a high school diploma and relevant critical-facilities, HVAC, mechanical, or electrical experience. Electrical or mechanical certifications are preferred. The role may involve 12-hour shifts, overtime, and day, night, weekend, or holiday work. The listed hourly pay range is $35.00–$45.00. Aligned offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision coverage; health savings and flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holiday pay; disability and life insurance; optional coverage; wellness programs; and professional development opportunities.

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 Microsoft Office.
Ability to work overtime and longer shifts of 12 hours.
Ability to work day, night, weekend, or holiday shifts as required.

Nice To Haves

Electrical or mechanical certifications.

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-control systems, 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 conformance with change-control development, approvals, and execution.
Schedule, develop, and provide quality assurance for preventive, contracted, and general maintenance.
Perform work in accordance with MOP, SOP, ERP procedures, and maintenance work instructions.
Operate and monitor critical and non-critical equipment and systems; oversee employees and third-party contractors performing safe, compliant operations, maintenance, and modifications.
Disable and enable fire alarm control panels and systems as required.
Receive and execute preventive and corrective maintenance work orders for critical systems, electrical systems, and building structures; identify and order necessary materials with appropriate supervisors or staff.
Complete required work-order documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
Respond immediately to emergencies, including fires, evacuations, and equipment failures, and address customer concerns.
Monitor building operations and periodically tour properties during scheduled shifts.
Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of electrical systems.
Evaluate, assign, and monitor the safety responsibilities and procedures of employees and contractors.
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.
Health and dependent-care Flexible Spending Accounts.
401(k) plan with company match; the posting also describes the match as generous 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 gym membership through Wellhub.
Other wellness initiatives.
Bonus opportunities.
Professional development opportunities.