Serverfarm Data Center Technician (Critical Facilities) (Sign-on Bonus Offered) in Atlanta, GA | 1309340178

Estimated Pay info	$14 per hour
Hours	Full-time
Location	Atlanta, GA Atlanta, Georgia open_in_new

Job Description

Serverfarm is a leading developer and operator of data centers with over 750+ locations and key customer relationships in 45 countries. We're revolutionizing how data centers operate across North America, Western Europe, and Israel, serving the world's leading technology and hyperscale companies. With Manulife Investment Management's acquisition in 2023 and our award-winning InCommand platform we're positioned for explosive growth as AI adoption and cloud migration drive unprecedented demand for data center capacity.

A career at Serverfarm means being at the forefront of digital infrastructure innovation, where your work directly impacts how the world's data is managed and secured. As we target 4x growth over the next four years, you'll have unprecedented opportunities to take on new challenges, develop cutting-edge skills, and grow your career across our expanding global operations.

Join our team of innovators and help shape the future of sustainable data centers while building a career without boundaries.

Key Accountabilities

Operations Leadership & Monitoring

Serve as the senior technical resource during assigned shifts
Monitor and manage electrical, mechanical, and environmental systems
Lead response to alarms, events, and abnormal conditions
Conduct detailed facility walkthroughs and validate system performance
Lead shift turnovers and status communications

Electrical & Mechanical Systems Execution

Operate and maintain UPS, generators, switchgear, ATS/STS, PDUs, and RPPs
Operate and support chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, and valves
Execute system switching, load transfers, and isolations per approved procedures
Identify system deficiencies and single points of failure

Maintenance & Change Management

Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Review, validate, and execute MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs
Participate in change management and risk assessments
Oversee vendor activities and verify post-maintenance restoration
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
Enforce LOTO, electrical safety, arc-flash, and PPE requirements
Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain and review operational logs and maintenance records
Contribute to procedures and technical documentation
Training, Mentorship & Development
Mentor junior technicians and new hires
Support qualification programs and skill assessments

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

Enforce LOTO, electrical safety, arc-flash, and PPE requirements
Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis

Documentation & Reporting
Maintain and review operational logs and maintenance records
Contribute to procedures and technical documentation

Training, Mentorship & Development

Mentor junior technicians and new hires
Support qualification programs and skill assessments

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
5+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical operations
Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
Ability to read one-line diagrams and OEM documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree in technical field
Industry or OEM certifications
Experience with BMS, EPMS, DCIM, and CMMS platforms
Prior leadership or acting-lead experience

Core Competencies

Safety and risk management mindset
Strong technical judgment and leadership presence
Clear communication and accountability
Continuous improvement mindset

Schedule

This position operates on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule (typically 6:00 AM-6:00 PM or 6:00 PM-6:00 AM). Team members work a 2-2-3 schedule, rotating between day and night shifts every 28 days.

2-2-3 Rotation Pattern:

Week 1: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on
Week 2: 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off

This pattern then repeats, with shifts rotating from days to nights (and vice versa) every 28 days.

Serverfarm is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace and offers paid time off, paid holidays, 401k and FULL coverage medical, dental and vision. Our compensation philosophy rewards employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned with the company’s goals and strategic initiatives.

The listed salary range for this position is an estimate based on the competitive job market. Final compensation will be based on your own individual skills, experience, and location.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this role. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all possible responsibilities and duties. We encourage you to apply even if your experience isn't an exact match to the job description.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Data Center Technician (Critical Facilities) (Sign-on Bonus Offered)

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