Critical Facilities Technician

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers is a global leader delivering innovative data center design and operations across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. Our solutions power, cool, protect, and connect major hyperscalers, cloud providers, and enterprises. We focus on reliability, efficiency, sustainability, and scalable flexible environments.

Role Overview

The Critical Facilities Technician will be a vital member of our Operations team, maintaining some of the industry’s most efficient and cost-effective data center infrastructure. The role entails working closely with electrical and mechanical engineers to perform maintenance and repairs, ensuring uninterrupted service to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain facility systems including electrical, mechanical, building monitoring, and control infrastructure.
• Ensure maintenance activities are executed with thorough planning, preparation, and high-quality reporting.
• Maintain infrastructure reliability emphasizing service continuity and energy efficiency.
• Utilize the Building Management System (BMS) along with regular site inspections to verify all systems operate correctly.
• Work assigned shifts wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Within certification and regulation limits, manipulate electrical, mechanical, or security infrastructure to protect people, property, and maintain service continuity.
• Collaborate with IT and Controls teams for BMS operation.
• Partner with contractors to develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules, monitor risk, and document activities.
• Manage service providers and suppliers, ensuring risk mitigation, cleanliness standards, accurate reporting, and use of CMMS and Change Management processes.
• Perform required repairs and small project implementations to improve system reliability.
• Participate in crisis management planning, testing, and site audits assessing service continuity and risk analysis.

Requirements

• Technical qualifications at advanced technician or engineer level in electricity (generators, UPS, low voltage distribution), climate, or cooling systems.
• Experience operating data centers or similar critical environments.
• Broad technical expertise in operation, maintenance, and inspection of critical systems.
• Proficient in English at the B1 intermediate level for communication and understanding everyday topics.
• Familiarity with fire protection, physical security systems (access control, video, intrusion detection), or central building management systems is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Motivated problem solver with great attention to detail and commitment to follow-up actions.
• Good writing capabilities and everyday use of standard office technology.
• Experienced with BMS software and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
• Capable of lifting and moving objects both vertically and horizontally.
• Comfortable working under or around raised floors of varying heights.

Work Culture and Benefits

We promote a culture of humility and support, valuing team collaboration and individual strengths. Our environment encourages joy in work and fosters opportunities for fun. We offer a competitive overall compensation package with comprehensive health, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local norms. Throughout the year, employees benefit from recognition programs, training, and development opportunities, with a clear understanding that each contribution adds value. Candidates who may not meet every qualification but align with our mission and values are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity and Recruitment Policy

Vantage Data Centers is committed to equal opportunity employment. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search agencies without established agreements; any such submissions become company property without obligation to pay fees.