Mechanical Critical Facility Technician - Columbus, OH

Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

• Journeyman or HVAC Certification
• Mechanical applicants must possess an EPA 608 Certification

A Mechanical Critical Facility Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing the complex mechanical systems in data centers, hospitals, and manufacturing plants. This role requires a strong background in HVAC and other mechanical equipment, along with mission‑critical experience and relevant certifications.

• Proficient in the operation, maintenance, and repair of complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, including chillers, boilers, CRAC/CRAH units, and air handling units.
• Ability to install, maintain, and repair minor plumbing systems, including pumps, valves, and piping.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of BMS platforms such as Niagara Tridium, Siemens, or Johnson Controls for monitoring and controlling environmental systems.
• Able to read and interpret mechanical, plumbing, and electrical diagrams for maintenance and repairs.
• Proficiency with CMMS software for tracking and documenting work orders, repairs, and maintenance activities.

• High school diploma, GED, or greater.
• 6+ years of work experience, including 3+ years of direct experience in a critical facility operation such as a data center or hospital.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information;
  Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Experience with chillers greater than 300 tons, boilers, or other significant mechanical experience.
• Journeyman or HVAC Certification.
• EPA 608 Certification.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401 k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina, proper lifting techniques, and safety protocols.
• Relocate a 12‑foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
• Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
• Use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing the issue.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding relationships among seemingly unrelated events).
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.