CLOUDHQ - Building Technician

CLOUDHQ - Building Technician I

Cloud

HQ, LLC

Our purpose at Cloud

HQ is to provide flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. Cloud

HQ has state‑of‑the‑art data center sites located on two Northern Virginia campuses, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and São Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad. Our company’s reach is expanded through our affiliate companies – Cloud Capital, Dalian Development, and WindHQ.

Cloud

HQ is seeking an experienced Building Technician to support the maintenance of one of our data centers ensuring the highest standard of customer service, and overall client satisfaction while aligning well with our company’s core values. This Manassas, VA‑based opportunity will be a hands‑on role and will report to the Electrical or Mechanical Manager. We desire an enthusiastic professional with a proven track record of blending technical expertise with exceptional customer care.

• Operate and monitor critical Data Center Systems (UPS, PDU, Diesel Generators, ATS equipment, Building Controls, Chillers, CRAHs, etc.)
• Assist with minor building repairs including, but not limited to, carpentry and painting, installing door hardware, changing light bulbs, changing filters, cleaning coils and equipment. Ensure all work performed meets required safety codes
• Perform assigned building systems preventive maintenance. Report identified building problems to the Electrical / Mechanical Manager
• Assist with day‑to‑day building operations
• Investigate alarm sequences (BMS/EPMS/Security)
• Inspect premises on daily basis. Remove all debris, clean walkways and other areas as necessary to maintain interior and exterior appearance of building as required
• Aid and assist with special events and on‑going projects
• Respond to safety and emergency situations and maintain a safe and secure work environment
• Maintain all tools, parts, and supplies in an organized manner. Inform the Electrical / Mechanical Manager of any needs for replacement, restocking or repair of items
• Manage and maintain good working relationships with on‑site contractors and vendors
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• At least two (2) years of professional experience in a similar field and/or completion of approved vocational training at a recognized technical school and/or “hands‑on” experience with the maintenance and repair of industrial electrical and mechanical systems in mission‑critical facilities to include: emergency generators (Generators, Fuel Delivery systems and Parallel Switchgear), electrical distribution (MV/LV switch gear and associated controls), critical and essential PDUs, UPS, switch gear, HVAC, air handling units, computer‑grade cooling systems, and building monitoring/controls systems
• Familiarity with CMMS (Critical Maintenance Management System)
• Able to operate manlifts and/or forklifts
• Demonstrate knowledge in operating, maintaining, repairing, and inspecting electrical distribution systems, HVAC systems and building management/automation equipment
• Ability to read building blueprints and understand electrical/mechanical single lines and schematics
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures related to mechanical & electrical systems needed to run data centers
• Basic PC skills and the ability to learn company‑specific software
• Ability to routinely perform off‑hour duties including evenings, weekends, and holidays and to be available and respond accordingly during these periods when so assigned
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Good verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with tenants, suppliers, and other technicians
• Ability to develop troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Work under limited supervision, both independently and within a team
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without…