Data Center Facilities Technician, Electrical
Google · Red Oak, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- Red Oak, TX
Job highlights
- Operate, monitor, and maintain data center electrical systems.
- Perform inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
- Assist senior technicians with system assessments.
- Respond to abnormal conditions and emergencies.
- Support new equipment integration and commissioning.
About the role
Data Center Facilities Technician Electrical
Google's Data Center team is at the forefront of designing and operating sophisticated electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems. As a Facilities Technician, you will play a crucial role in operating, monitoring, and supporting the physical conditions of our data centers.This role involves hands-on maintenance and repair of critical data center systems, including power supply, generators, UPS systems, and electrical distribution. You will assist senior technicians, interpret blueprints and schematics, and conduct system tours to ensure optimal working order.
You will be responsible for managing system uptime, responding to abnormal conditions, and supporting the integration of new electrical equipment. Developing creative approaches to reduce operational costs and improve efficiency, while upholding environmental and safety standards, is key. In emergency situations, you will manage data center performance issues to minimize recovery time.
The AI and Infrastructure team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, empowering Google customers with AI and Infrastructure capabilities at an unparalleled scale. This role is integral to delivering cutting-edge AI models, providing computing power to global services, and building the platforms that enable future development.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, and repair various data center systems.
- Provide daily assistance to technicians as you read blueprints/schematics/sequence of operations, conduct tours of systems, and assess their working order.
- Manage the uptime and maintenance of UPS, generators, electrical distribution, and control and monitoring systems.
- Operate, monitor, maintain, and respond to abnormal conditions in the data center facilities systems and equipment.
- Support startup, commissioning, and integration of new electrical equipment and systems into facilities infrastructure.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of Electrical experience (e.g., electrical testing equipment or electrical distribution) in an industrial or commercial environment.
- Ability to participate in material handling tasks such as lifting, carrying or moving up to 50 lbs of equipment, the required use of OSHA standard safety equipment such as limited weight bearing work platforms, ladders, step stools and personal protective equipment (PPE) like safety harnesses.
- Ability to work non-standard hours and differing work rotations/shifts.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in maintenance of electrical distribution systems or construction/technical environment or a related field.
- Experience in data centers, hospitals, or power plants.
- Knowledge of electrical systems used in a data center environment (e.g., Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/STS units, PDU/PMM units).
- Knowledge of meters, devices, sensors, and troubleshooting utilizing standard hand tools, digital metering, or calibration/diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to communicate with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on the data center systems.
Key skills/competency
- Data Center Operations
- Electrical Maintenance
- UPS Systems
- Generator Maintenance
- Electrical Distribution
- Troubleshooting
- Blueprint Reading
- Safety Standards
- Facilities Management
- Technical Support
Skills & topics
- Data Center Technician
- Electrical Technician
- Facilities Maintenance
- UPS Systems
- Generators
- Electrical Distribution
- Data Center Operations
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Google Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 2+ years of electrical experience in industrial/commercial settings, emphasizing data center, hospital, or power plant backgrounds.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your knowledge of data center electrical systems (generators, UPS, switchgear) and experience with diagnostic equipment.
- Emphasize practical abilities: Clearly state your capacity for material handling (lifting up to 50 lbs) and adherence to safety protocols (PPE, work platforms).
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with troubleshooting, blueprint reading, and managing critical systems under pressure.
- Understand Google's culture: Research Google's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and safety in data center operations.
Technical preparation
Review data center electrical system schematics.,Practice troubleshooting common electrical faults.,Familiarize with OSHA safety equipment.,Study UPS, generator, and switchgear operations.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you handled a critical system failure.,How do you prioritize maintenance tasks effectively?,Explain your approach to ensuring safety compliance.,How do you communicate technical issues to others?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of a Data Center Facilities Technician Electrical at Google?
- As a Data Center Facilities Technician Electrical at Google, you'll be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining critical data center systems. This includes inspecting, repairing, and managing the uptime of electrical distribution, UPS systems, and generators. You'll also assist senior technicians with system assessments and respond to abnormal conditions or emergencies.
- What qualifications are essential for this Google Data Center Facilities Technician role?
- Essential qualifications include an Associate's degree or equivalent technical training/experience, at least 2 years of electrical experience in an industrial or commercial setting, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs. You must also be able to work non-standard hours and shifts.
- Does Google offer U.S. immigration sponsorship for the Data Center Facilities Technician Electrical position?
- No, this specific role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already have the legal right to work in the U.S.
- What kind of experience is preferred for this Google job?
- Preferred experience includes 2 years in electrical distribution system maintenance, data centers, hospitals, or power plants. Knowledge of specific data center electrical systems like switchgear, transformers, and PDU units, as well as experience with diagnostic tools, is also highly valued.
- What is the salary range for a Data Center Facilities Technician Electrical at Google in the US?
- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $78,500 to $110,000 annually. This range does not include potential bonuses, equity, or benefits.
- How does Google ensure safety in its data center facilities?
- Google prioritizes safety by ensuring the required use of OSHA-standard safety equipment, including work platforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). Technicians are trained to identify hazards and adhere to strict environmental and safety standards during all operations and maintenance tasks.
- What are the working hours for a Data Center Facilities Technician at Google?
- This role requires the ability to work non-standard hours and differing work rotations or shifts, as data center operations are 24/7.