Data Center Critical Cooling Technician

Bemana is partnering with a leading mission-critical team in the data center industry to hire experienced Critical Cooling Technicians as they continue to grow.

This is a remote, nationwide travel position. You can live anywhere in the U.S., with a 6-weeks-on, 1-week-off schedule.

Are you interested in working on the cooling systems that keep critical data center operations running? This role is a great fit for an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, working with large-scale chiller plants, and taking on challenging projects.

What's in it for you:

• Pay up to $65/hr. If your target pay is higher, we still encourage you to apply - we could request adjustments based on experience and market conditions.
• Company vehicle, generous per diem and a gas card
• Excellent benefits + retirement match along with generous PTO policy
• Opportunity to continue to advance within the organization

Core Responsibilities

• Travel is required. Rotation is SIX weeks out at a time and One week off.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair critical cooling equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex commercial cooling, refrigeration, and chilled-water system issues.
• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify reliability concerns before failures occur.
• Support response efforts during cooling system alarms and operational events.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with operations teams, contractors, and facility engineers.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Systems You'll Work On

• Air-cooled and water-cooled chillers
• Centrifugal, screw, and scroll compressor systems
• Computer Room Air Conditioners (CRAC)
• Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAH)
• Chilled-water systems
• Cooling towers and condenser-water systems
• Pumps, valves, strainers, and heat exchangers
• Refrigeration systems and refrigerant circuits
• Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Critical cooling distribution infrastructure
• Liquid-cooling and CDU systems (preferred)

Required Qualifications

• EPA Section 608 Certification.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial or industrial HVAC systems independently.
• Experience interpreting piping diagrams, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of HVAC controls and automation systems.
• Understanding of three-phase power, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of HVAC service, maintenance, or operations experience.
• Experience with Trane, YORK, Carrier, Daikin, or equivalent chiller systems.
• Experience in data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, manufacturing plants, or other critical environments.
• Knowledge of hydronic systems and chilled-water distribution.
• Familiarity with liquid cooling technologies used in modern data centers.

Application Process

If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations. If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.

About Bemana

Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation’s equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.

Referral Program

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