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Data Center Maintenance: Assist with data center maintenance tasks, including monitoring temperature, power, and environmental controls. * Documentation: Accurately document the installation and ...

As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function.

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How much do data center maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for data center maintenance in the United States is $18.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Data Center Maintenance vs Data Center Technician?

AspectData Center MaintenanceData Center Technician
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, HVAC certificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, HVAC certifications
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, equipment roomsData centers, server rooms, equipment rooms
Job FocusMaintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing data center infrastructureInstalling, configuring, and troubleshooting servers and network equipment

Both roles operate within data centers and require similar certifications. Data Center Maintenance focuses on ongoing upkeep and repair of infrastructure, while Data Center Technicians handle installation and configuration of hardware. They often work together to ensure data center operations run smoothly.

What is data center maintenance?

Data center maintenance jobs involve ensuring the proper functioning, reliability, and safety of data center facilities and equipment. Responsibilities typically include monitoring hardware and software systems, performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and conducting preventive maintenance on servers, cooling systems, power supplies, and networking equipment. Technicians may also assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and responding to emergencies to minimize downtime. Effective data center maintenance is critical for preventing disruptions and maintaining optimal performance for businesses that rely on digital infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data center maintenance technician?

To thrive as a Data Center Maintenance Technician, you need strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, HVAC, and basic IT infrastructure, often backed by technical certifications or an associate degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with building management systems (BMS), power monitoring tools, and industry certifications such as CompTIA Server+ or data center-specific credentials is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for responding to issues and collaborating with facility teams. These skills are vital to ensure uptime, operational reliability, and the safety of critical IT and facility systems.

What are some common challenges faced by data center maintenance professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Data Center Maintenance professionals often encounter challenges such as responding quickly to unexpected equipment failures, managing multiple maintenance tasks under tight deadlines, and ensuring minimal downtime during repairs. They must also stay up to date with evolving technology and adhere to strict safety and security protocols. These challenges can be addressed through ongoing technical training, effective communication within the maintenance and operations teams, and following standardized procedures for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
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Infographic showing various Data Center Maintenance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,822 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Data Center Maintenance Tech and Data Center Maintenance Tech Sr

Aep

Groveport, OH

Full-time

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08-26-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Provide leadership and guidance to employees and/or contractors engaged in skilled work involving the operation, maintenance, repair, alteration and additions to Data Center systems including but not limited to, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical building systems, building furnishings and site improvements. Perform work associated with these activities. Responsible to lead in the planning and scheduling of maintenance of the Data Center.

Job Description

Data Center Maintenance Tech and Data Center Maintenance Tech Sr

What You'll Do:

  • Monitor, coordinate, lead and direct the Data Center Maintenance Technicians' team to perform preventative/predictive maintenance on, troubleshoot, repair, install and operate various types of HVAC-related equipment, emergency generators, and general building mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment, electronic components, and general building control systems in accordance with manufacturer operating manuals, industry standards and mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building codes. Ensure the root cause of facility problems are identified and repaired quickly. Perform this work as required.
  • Lead the maintenance and scheduling of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a data center environment, including: Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, ATS/ STS units, PDU/PMM units, Chillers, Air handing units and CRAC units. Schedule the Data Center Maintenance Technicians' team for coverage of maintenance, quality operations, and immediate response to problems and issues.
  • Operate, monitor, maintain and respond immediately to abnormal conditions in facilities systems
  • Manage and lead the work of, communicate effectively with, and/or assist others, including contractors, engaged in maintenance, construction and operation activities. Ensure work is completed in compliance with contract terms and conditions and in accordance with company safety, security, environmental and conduct rules.
  • Conduct daily inspections of all data center infrastructure equipment. Provide systems availability monitoring and reporting. Maintain records, including inspection documentation, and submit reports as required.
  • Ensure Computerized Maintenance Management System data accuracy.
  • Possess initiative with the ability to handle multiple projects at any given time.
  • Lead Data Center Maintenance Technicians' team in skill development. Coach and provide feedback for continued improvement.

What we're looking for:

Education and Work Experience requirements listed below:

Data Center Maintenance Tech

  • Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED required.
  • Work Experience requirement listed below: Minimum two (2) years' experience as a Data Center Maintenance Technician Assoc. or at least seven (7) years equivalent experience in HVAC, or electrical.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers' license. This job requires "recommended" test results from Construction and Skilled Trades test (CAST) or HireVue Building Tech and Other Technician-Related Roles Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/

Data Center Maintenance Tech Sr

  • Education requirements are listed below: High school diploma or GED required.
  • Work Experience: Minimum three (3) years' experience as a Data Center Maintenance Technician or at least nine (9) years equivalent experience in HVAC, or electrical.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers' license. This job requires "recommended" test results from Construction and Skilled Trades test (CAST) or HireVue Building Tech and Other Technician-Related Roles Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/

Other Requirements:

Physical demand level is Medium

  • Must be a licensed electrician, a licensed HVAC technician, have a CFC refrigerant certification or have relevant proven knowledge and have performed required duties. (Available licenses vary by State)
  • CRAC technical training / certification from the OEM equipment manufacture along with UPS system training / certification from the OEM manufactures preferred. Must be willing to pursue the certification.
  • Overtime required. Overnight travel may be required. As a member of an on-call rotation, provide emergency response as needed and provide Holiday coverage as required. Shift, evening, and weekend work is required.
  • Requires working indoors and outdoors in all weather.
  • Possess excellent verbal, written, organizational, problem solving and communication skills.
  • Requires the ability to utilize a computer.
  • Constant standing; frequent walking; occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, squatting, kneeling.
  • This position requires lifting, moving and carrying equipment up to and in excess of 50 lbs.
  • Work at heights.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$42.13 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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