Data Center HVAC Technician

Job Title: CE Facilities Support Engineer – Mechanical 3

Location: On-site – Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Schedule: 12-hour | Rotating schedules (3, 4, or 5-day workweeks)

Pay Rate: $45–$50/hour

Role Overview

We are seeking a CE Facilities Support Engineer to support critical data center operations, covering both electrical and mechanical systems. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, operational monitoring, contractor support, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of mission-critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support and escort for third-party contractors, vendors, and service providers
• Perform facility rounds, equipment checks, and operational monitoring under supervision
• Support UPS, generators, batteries, EPMS, PDUs, RPPs, HVAC, chillers, CRAHs, RTUs, fire alarms, fire pumps, humidifiers, and VESDA systems
• Perform power shutdowns, testing (PIT), energization, and meter replacements under supervision
• Conduct preventive maintenance on critical electrical and mechanical systems
• Monitor and support electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems
• Assist with emergency monitoring and response following EOPs and SOPs
• Ensure strict compliance with safety, security, and operational procedures
• Document readings, logs, and maintenance activities using standard tools

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience or applied apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, automation, or critical facilities environments
• Prior experience in data centers or high-availability infrastructure (data centers, hospitals, oil & gas, manufacturing, pharma)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• OSHA-approved OSHA or NFPA 70E certification
• Fundamental understanding of NEC
• Experience with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and rotating schedules
• Basic proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, and Word

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.