Critical Operations Technician - Data Centers
- Pay
- $39 – $46 per hour
- Location
- Elk Grove Village, IL · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- UPS systems
- generator operations
- switchgear
- building management systems
- NFPA 70E
Also useful
- CMMS
- PLC
- NEC compliance
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k match
- Pto
About the role
The Critical Operations Technician(s) (COT) are Prime Data Center’s front line responders for hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, stand-by diesel generators, switchboards/switchgears, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems.
The COT maintains and follows the processes that maximize customer uptime in the most cost-effective way. Ensures that data center problems are identified and repaired quickly, that contractors deliver quality services, and that internal customer demands are met.
Reports to: Critical Facilities Manager
Location: Onsite in data center located in Elk Grove Village, IL
Available Shifts/Schedules
This role is a non-exempt (hourly) position with eligibility for overtime. We are hiring technicians for our new data center facility in Elk Grove Village, IL. We are currently hiring for the following shift:
12-hour night shift w/ occasional shift coverage of other shifts - 7:00pm - 7:00am
What you'll do
- Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical, mechanical, emergency generator, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center.
- Troubleshoot of facility events within internal SLAs.
- Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures
- Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work
- Work a 12-hour shift (3 and 4 day work weeks days or nights)
Additional information
Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.)
Perform BMS (Building Management System) Facility monitoring, logging, reporting, and trending of critical information.
Utilize internal CMMS to manage building workflows and spare part inventory
- Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance
- Fully comply with all physical security procedures and policies
- Drive innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities
Basic Qualifications
- Two or more years of technical training, military training, or workplace equivalency
- Background in areas of IT, electrical, and/or mechanical
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of work experience in data center environment or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Possess an understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety systems used in a data center environment including, but not limited to the following: electrical distribution and layout, Transformers, PLC’s, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, STS’, ATS’ PDU’s, Chilled Water Systems, CRAC/CRAH’s, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 72, NFPA 25, and compliance issues as well as building codes in regard to fire life safety
- Current knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e., lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations)
Benefits
- Competitive hourly range -$39-$46/hourly - and performance bonus program
- 401k fully vested upon enrollment, up to a 4% employer match
- 100% employee premiums paid by employer for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability
Paid Time Off + Sick time
- Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
- #LI-Onsite
- About Company ---
About Prime Data Centers
Prime Data Centers develops, acquires, and operates data centers for some of the world's largest enterprises. A private firm owned by a group controlling $6 billion in assets, with a 15-year tenure in technology and real estate development, Prime provides customers with ownership options and dynamic leasing models, defining a true corporate partnership.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Walk job sites in uneven terrain
Work at heights and from ladders
Regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more
Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
Prime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, protected veteran or military status, disability status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
From Prime Data Centers's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Critical Operations Technician - Data Centers posting at Prime Data Centers states compensation of $39 – $46 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Prime Data Centers's official career site.
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