Job Title: Critical Facility Technician
Position Type: Full Time
Job Location: Northlake, IL 60164
Primary Skills: Data Centers, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Detection and Suppression, Temperature Control Systems, Excellent Communications
Description:
We are currently seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to join our growing team. Reporting to the Facility Manager, this role involves hands-on analysis, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our 24x7 facility operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical and non-critical equipment.
- Maintain and operate various mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, generators, fire detection and suppression, life safety systems, temperature control systems, and building management systems.
- Coordinate and supervise electrical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs.
- Ensure compliance with all change control processes.
- Schedule and oversee preventive, contracted, and general maintenance activities.
- Follow standard operating procedures and maintenance work instructions.
- Operate and monitor critical system equipment, overseeing work efforts including third-party contractors.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations and customer concerns.
- Monitor building operations during scheduled shifts.
- Evaluate and assign safe work responsibilities, ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma and minimum 3-5 years of experience in electrical or mechanical critical facilities support; or 7+ years' experience as an HVAC or mechanical/electrical technician.
- Electrical/mechanical certifications preferred.
- Willingness to work overtime and longer shifts, including day/night/weekend/holiday shifts.
- Proficiency in MS Office.