Data Center/Chiller Technician

About the role

Trane Technologies is hiring a Data Center Technician to support mission‑critical data centers and high‑reliability facilities. In this role you will commission, troubleshoot, repair, and start up advanced HVAC systems that keep essential operations running. You will use technical expertise in HVAC systems, thermodynamics, mechanical layouts, and pipe fitting to solve complex issues and help ensure maximum uptime. You will collaborate with internal teams and customers on new facility installations and retrofits. The work is field‑based, conducted on‑site at customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with service leaders, project managers, and customers to understand requirements, forecast issues, gather materials, and synchronize on‑site work.
• Serve as the direct customer contact for chiller products and equipment, diagnosing and repairing systems at the customer’s location.
• Use cutting‑edge software, hand tools, blueprints, and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
• Maintain flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and occasional overnight stays as business requires.
• Work closely with Data Center partners in high‑stress situations to eliminate downtime.
• Provide coaching and training to less experienced technicians.
• Support mission‑critical activities such as high‑procedural documentation, zero‑downtime problem solving, and adherence to service level agreements.
• Enforce safety standards and maintain security and accountability of company‑issued assets.
• Travel overnight to other areas as needed; extensive travel may be required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• 5+ years of HVAC experience with systems‑level knowledge.
• Proven experience performing start‑up of air‑cooled and water‑cooled chillers, including commissioning, verification, and post‑start checks.
• Proficiency with software to monitor chiller operation.
• Data Center experience preferred, including familiarity with L2–L5 project phases.
• BMS experience preferred.
• Technical school or formal training preferred.
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft Office and proficiency with handheld devices (smartphone, iPad).
• EPA Certification (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Pay

Hourly Base Pay Range: $28.76 – $50.33 (compensation varies based on seniority, merit, location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union status).

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs effective DAY ONE.
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off: up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, plus volunteer and parental leave options.
• 401(k) match, educational and training opportunities, tuition assistance, and student debt support.

Safety Sensitive Role

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive and may require additional drug screening.