Data Center Team Lead

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate and datacenter management, operating the largest portfolio of mission-critical facilities in the world. Our teams ensure the digital economy runs around the clock without interruption. We are seeking a Data Center Team Leader to oversee specialized technical operations, leveraging deep, hands-on data center experience to protect clients' most valuable digital assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff to ensure completion, equipment functionality, and optimal client space conditions.
• Review monthly service request summaries to identify and address recurrent operational problems.
• Formulate and implement a preventative maintenance program to extend the life of building machinery and systems.
• Inspect building systems (fire alarms, HVAC, plumbing) to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and meets client-prescribed environmental conditions.
• Review assigned work orders, estimate time and materials for repairs, and maintain an inventory of supplies and tools.
• Assist the team with complex repairs, emergencies, and preventive maintenance.
• Apply advanced knowledge to develop improved methods for individual and department objectives.
• Demonstrate expertise in your discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job functions within the organization.
• Coach others to develop expertise across most or all areas of the function.
• Lead by example, modeling behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Anticipate objections and persuade senior stakeholders with divergent interests to adopt new perspectives.
• Impact customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
• Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and operational plans supporting functional goals.
• Communicate complex ideas effectively to influence outcomes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. A combination of experience and education may substitute for a diploma.
• Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
• Meet physical requirements: stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Willingness to challenge existing solutions and explore new perspectives.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills for calculating percentages, fractions, and financial-related figures.
• Ability to impact customer, operational, project, or service activities within your team and related teams.
• Capability to work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Proficiency in coaching others and sharing in-depth knowledge of your discipline and related functions.
• Skill in building consensus and convincing others to reach agreements.