Mechanical (HVAC)- Live Data Center Preventative Maintenance

Job Description

Mechanical Data Center Technician (Level 2)

We are seeking a Mechanical Data Center Technician to support operations and maintenance within a fully operational data center environment. This is a fulltime employee position based in Columbus, OH requiring onsite work in a secure facility. The role focuses on maintaining HVAC and mechanical systems that are essential to continuous operations. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Note: At this time we are unable to consider third-party candidates or those requiring sponsorship. US citizenship is required.

Growth, Stability & Earning Potential

Opportunity to join a major and rapidly growing player in the mission-critical and data center infrastructure space

Time-and-a-half overtime after 40 hours, creating significant earning potential on 12-hour shift schedules

Opportunity to obtain a security clearance, opening additional long-term career opportunities within secure and government-supported environments

Hands-on exposure to advanced mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems

Stable work supporting continuously operating critical infrastructure environments

Long-term career growth opportunities within the company

What You’ll Do

Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems within a fully operational data center

Operate and maintain HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, CRAC/CRAH units, and air handling systems

Support minor plumbing systems including pumps, valves, and piping

Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Monitor and manage systems using building management platforms such as Niagara Tridium, Siemens, or Johnson Controls

Use CMMS tools to track work orders, maintenance activities, and system performance

Read and interpret mechanical, plumbing, and electrical diagrams and technical documentation

Respond to system alerts and support rapid issue resolution to maintain uptime

What You’ll Bring

6+ years of overall work experience, including at least 3 years in a fully operational data center

Strong HVAC background, including experience with large-scale chillers (300+ tons), boilers, and related systems

Experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems

Proficiency reading and interpreting technical diagrams and schematics

Experience working with CMMS platforms

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to pass the NITC Journey-Level HVAC exam within one year of hire

EPA 608 certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Bonus Points For

NITC Journey-Level HVAC certification

Active EPA 608 Universal certification

Active security clearance

Experience working in highly secure or government-regulated environments

Full-time