Data center power technician
A data center power technician, also known as a data center electrical technician or power systems technician, is responsible for ensuring the availability and reliability of electrical power systems within a data center facility. This includes the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical infrastructure to support servers, networking equipment, and other critical hardware. Below is a job description outlining the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with this role:
Job Description: Data Center Power Technician
Job Summary: A data center power technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and power distribution equipment within a data center facility. They play a critical role in ensuring that electrical power is consistently available and reliable to support the data center's operations.
Responsibilities:
- Electrical Systems Maintenance:
- Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems, including switchgear, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems, generators, and power distribution units.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs or replacements.
- Emergency Power Systems:
- Ensure that emergency power systems, such as backup generators and UPS systems, are in good working condition and perform regular load testing.
- Be on-call to respond to power-related emergencies and take immediate action to restore power in the event of an outage.
- Power Distribution:
- Monitor and manage power distribution within the data center, including load balancing and ensuring redundancy to prevent single points of failure.
- Implement and maintain power distribution best practices to ensure efficiency and reliability.
- Electrical Safety:
- Ensure that all electrical systems meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Follow safety protocols and practices when working on electrical equipment.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of electrical equipment maintenance, repairs, and performance.
- Prepare reports on electrical system status, issues, and resolutions for management.
- Collaboration:
- Coordinate with other data center personnel, including facility managers and IT staff, to ensure the seamless operation of the data center.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or degree in electrical engineering or related field is preferred.
- Proven experience as an electrical technician, preferably in a data center or critical facility environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, and power distribution.
- Familiarity with electrical safety standards and regulations.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and be on-call for emergencies.
- Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces.
