Data Center/Chiller Technician

Trane Technologies•Carrollton, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a field-based Data Center/Chiller Technician to support mission-critical data centers and high-reliability facilities. The technician commissions, troubleshoots, repairs, and starts up advanced HVAC and chiller systems, using knowledge of HVAC systems, thermodynamics, mechanical layouts, and pipe fitting to help maintain maximum uptime. The role works with internal teams, service leaders, project managers, customers, and data center partners on new facility installations, repairs, and retrofits. It supports service reliability and customer confidence in critical environments, including situations requiring detailed procedural documentation and zero-downtime problem solving. The company offers manufacturer hands-on training, access to current technologies, technical support, and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 5 years of HVAC experience, with systems-level expertise.
Proven experience starting up air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, including system preparation, commissioning procedures, operational verification, post-start performance checks, and repairs.
Proficiency using software to connect to and check chiller operation.
EPA certification.
Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with handheld computers such as smartphones or iPads.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Data center experience, including familiarity with industry-standard L2–L5 project phases.
Building Management System (BMS) experience.
Technical school or formal training.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with service leaders, project managers, and customers to understand on-site installation and repair requirements; forecast issues, gather materials, and synchronize work.
Serve as the direct customer contact for chiller products and equipment on assigned projects, identifying, diagnosing, and repairing equipment and systems at customer locations.
Use software, technology, hand tools, blueprints, and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
Work overtime and weekends as business needs require, including occasional overnight stays.
Work with data center partners in high-stress situations to eliminate downtime.
Support mission-critical activities, including high procedural documentation, problem solving in zero-downtime environments, and awareness of service level agreements.
Coach and train less experienced technicians as required.
Enforce safety standards and maintain security and accountability of company-issued and procured assets by recording their use, wear, and condition.