DCO Senior Facilities Technician

Switch•Las Vegas, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as a senior technical resource within Data Center Operations. You support the operation and maintenance of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems, act as a designated first responder during infrastructure events, and provide technical leadership to other technicians. The role requires advanced troubleshooting capability, disciplined safety practices, and the ability to operate effectively in a 24/7/365 environment.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of mission-critical electrical and mechanical systems.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex infrastructure issues.
Calm and decisive response during high-impact operational events.
Clear communication with technicians, vendors, and leadership.
Consistent adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
6 or more years of experience in facilities, electrical, or mechanical maintenance within a data center or industrial environment.
Strong background in HVAC controls and mechanical system operation.
Advanced understanding of systems including generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, ATS or STS units, PDUs, CRAC or CRAH units, pumps, and fire suppression systems.
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and safe work practices around live equipment.
Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office applications.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Technical trade school training or equivalent practical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain reliable operation of critical power, cooling, and environmental systems to support uptime standards.
Act as a designated first responder to mission-critical alarms and infrastructure events.
Lead or support root cause analysis efforts within your area of expertise.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
Oversee and verify vendor and contractor work to ensure compliance with Switch safety and quality standards.
Support development and review of MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, and other critical environment procedures.
Utilize CMMS to document maintenance activities, asset updates, and work order completion.
Analyze system data to assist with predictive maintenance planning.
Mentor and train Facilities Technicians to build technical capability and first responder readiness.
Support troubleshooting of data center hardware including PDUs, network equipment, and related infrastructure when required.
Participate in technical meetings, project initiatives, and operational reviews.