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Energi People

Critical Operations Technician

Energi People, Chicago, IL, United States


You will be working for a business of industry leaders in building, owning, and operating highly efficient, scalable, and secure data centers. Their facilities meet the highest industry standards for availability, security, and physical resilience, serving the most innovative and rapidly growing hyper-scale and enterprise companies worldwide.

Your impact to the business:

As a Critical Operations Technician (COT), you will support day-to-day operations at a local data center. You will manage mechanical, electrical, fire life safety, and internal data center systems while ensuring safety, availability, and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include maintaining systems like chilled water, HVAC, UPS, power distribution, and fire safety, as well as implementing preventive maintenance programs.

In this role, you will:

  • Monitor and maintain data center systems (electrical, mechanical, fire life safety).
  • Identify and respond to abnormal system conditions.
  • Assist in preventive maintenance, inventory management, and database management of discrepancies.
  • Ensure operational efficiency and avoid unplanned outages.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, incident response, and follow-up.
  • Perform regular facility and security tours, responding to issues.
  • Technical writing for maintenance procedures and reports.
  • Collaborate with management on safety, operational, and efficiency improvements.

The Necessities:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 1-3 years of experience in data center or mission-critical operations.
  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems (UPS, PDU, chillers, etc.).
  • Familiarity with NFPA codes and building fire life safety standards.
  • Comfortable working in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours, including on-call duties.
  • S. Navy Nuclear Engineering or Bachelor's degree (preferred).

What's in it for you?

  • Cutting-Edge Technical Experience
    The role provides hands-on experience with advanced data center systems, including mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems. You'll work on critical infrastructure that powers the digital world, making you proficient in complex operations.

  • Growth Opportunities: With the brands expanding footprint and focus on continual improvement, you'll have the chance to grow your career, build expertise, and contribute to a company at the forefront of the data center industry.
  • Comprehensive Benefits and Work-Life Balance: The business offers competitive compensation, a full benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and 401K), and fosters a fun, supportive culture, ensuring your professional and personal well-being are balanced.

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Desired Skills and Experience
Data Center Operations

Critical Infrastructure Technician

Mission-Critical Operations

Facilities Management

Electrical Technician

Mechanical Systems Engineer

HVAC Technician

UPS Systems Specialist

Fire Life Safety Technician

Chillers and CRAC/CRAH Systems

Preventive Maintenance Engineer

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Power Distribution Systems

NFPA Compliance

Navy Nuclear Engineering (

Electrical & Mechanical Systems

Emergency Operations Technician

Data Center Technician

Critical Power Distribution

Control Room Operator