Critical Facilities Technician

Critical Facilities Technician

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. At Aligned Data Centers, our culture is founded in passion, engineered from innovation, and driven by the pursuit of operational excellence.

We realize not only is providing a comprehensive benefits package important, but we also provide a generous 401k match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit, and a competitive time off plan. Giving back and having fun is important to our team whether it be serving our communities or employee and customer events.

Our Aligned DNA is what makes us unique and successful!

As part of our exciting growth, we are currently searching for a Critical Facilities Technician.

Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position requires extensive hands‑on analysis, maintenance and troubleshooting of our 24×7 facility operations within Aligned Data Centers. Work includes installation, repair, and maintenance of critical and non‑critical mechanical and/or electrical machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of the building.

• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical and non‑critical equipment.
• Operate and maintain mechanical areas, including HVAC systems, plumbing installation/maintenance, generator operations, fire detection and suppression, life safety, temperature control systems, building management systems, and digital systems (including fire alarm, duress, card access, CCTV).
• Plan, implement, coordinate, and supervise all electrical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs for a critical facilities environment. Ensure conformance with all change control development, approvals, and execution.
• Schedule, develop, and ensure quality assurance for all preventive maintenance, contracted maintenance, and general maintenance.
• Perform all work in strict accordance with governing MOP/SOP/ERP procedures and maintenance work instructions.
• Operate and monitor critical and non‑critical system equipment and components. Oversee work efforts (including 3rd party contractors) for safe and compliant operation, maintenance (corrective and preventive), and modification of critical equipment. Disable and enable fire alarm control panels and systems.
• Receive and execute work orders for preventive and corrective maintenance on critical systems and building physical structure. Consult with Facility Manager or Lead CFT to order necessary materials. Finalize work orders by completing documentation in the computerized maintenance management system.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns.
• Monitor building operations and tour properties periodically during scheduled shift.
• Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of all electrical systems.
• Evaluate, assign, and monitor the safe work responsibilities and safety procedures of employees and contractors.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations and develop and communicate processes to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.

• High school diploma and minimum 3–5 years’ experience in electrical or mechanical critical facilities support; or 7+ years’ experience as HVAC or mechanical/electrical technician.
• Electrical/Mechanical certifications preferred.
• Able to work overtime and longer shifts (12 hour).
• Shifts may require work day/night/weekend/holiday.
• Computer skills required: MS Office.

Hourly Pay Range: $35.00–45.00

• Health Coverage:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants; FSA offered for health and dependent care.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Company‑Sponsored Insurance:
  Short‑Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long‑Term Disability (with medical election).
• Optional Benefits:
  Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and…