It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays

Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)

11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

Pet and Legal Insurance

Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

Q-Anniversary Service Award Program

Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

Military Benefits Package

QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

QTS Crisis Fund

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

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The Data Centre Technician I is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of IT, electrical, mechanical, plumbing/piping equipment, machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of building. This role monitors operations and conducts a routine and ongoing assessment of the building systems, operations, and performance. This role performs tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of departmental equipment. The role is also responsible for assisting customers on the Data Center floor both in person and via the telephone, performing customer equipment installs, managing tickets within the ticketing system, communicating and escalating alerts and customer requests to systems engineers for resolution, and completing tasks pertaining to computer hardware, software or operation systems. This role requires shift work hours to support a 24X7X365 data center environment.

Please note: this position is available only in selected QTS Data Center sites and is a posted position only.

RESPONSIBILITIES, Other Duties May Be Assigned.

Applies learning, knowledge, skills, and company policies to a wide range of tasks pertaining to IT, electrical and mechanical equipment, controls, and operating systems.
Leads, maintains, monitors, and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment; records readings and adjusts where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
Provide remote hands and eyes services for customers.
Provide high level computer hardware and software configuration support. Install suite wall, cage material, ladder rack, fiber tray, cabinets, cabling, and customer equipment based on documentation provided by provisioning documentation and established Data Center Operation procedures.
Installs and repairs IT, mechanical, and electrical equipment as required; assists other team members with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment.
Process work orders for preventative and corrective maintenance on critical, building, and site infrastructure. Consults with supervisor or team lead to order necessary tools and equipment as required to complete all maintenance and perform necessary work.
Create and/or update tickets within the established ticketing system to address customer calls, data center facility, network and/or system related alerts.
Operates and monitors critical and non-critical system equipment and components to ensure safe and compliant operation.
Responds as required to building emergencies and customer requests.
Complies with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Uses the Change Management Process to get approval for preventative and corrective maintenance. Commences & completes the maintenance along with the necessary documentation using the QTS process and software.

Basic Qualifications

Two or more years of technical training, military training, or workplace equivalency
Background in areas of IT, electrical, and/or mechanical
Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

One or more years of work experience in data center environment, NOC, or equivalent
BOD OEM (Panduit, Corning), A+, Network+, BICSI Installer I certifications

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Customer focus with excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels within the organization.Ability to analyze operations of various systems, determine the cause of problems and malfunctions and take corrective action as required.Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.Ability to function in a team environment.The ability to pass job-related skills assessments based on pre-determined scoring criteria and time frames.Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook, and web-based computer applications.The ability to acquire and apply job-related knowledge within set guidelines and expectations.Position may involve frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching and lifting. Lifting requirements may range from <10 lbs. - 50 lbs. on a regular basis, with heavier weights done in conjunction with other individuals or lifting aids.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by QTS in its sole discretion. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on TalentAcquisition@QTSDataCenters.com

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