Facilities Technician III
Apex Systems · Wink, TX · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Location: Wink, Texas • Onsite
About the role
This role is responsible for day-to-day data center engineering operations, with a focus on critical facility infrastructure, reliability, and operational performance. The position supports both on-the-ground execution and team-level coordination, especially during site activation. This is an opportunity to support a next-generation, liquid-cooled hyperscale data center and gain exposure to complex electrical and mechanical infrastructure at scale.
Responsibilities
- Support data center engineering operations, including preventative and corrective maintenance of critical systems, risk identification, mitigation, and incident response.
- Operate and maintain key infrastructure systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, chillers, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, and building monitoring systems (BMS/EPMS).
- Assist with site commissioning and readiness during early build phases.
- Coordinate work across shift technicians, senior technicians, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring all work meets operational standards.
- Track and report on performance metrics, assets, and inventory.
- Partner with internal stakeholders (IT, engineering, operations) to optimize capacity, efficiency, and uptime.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and future site scalability.
- Deliver quality service and ensure all customer demands are met.
Requirements
- 1-2+ years of experience in data center operations, critical facilities (electrical/mechanical), or infrastructure/field engineering environments.
- Experience working with critical systems, including electrical distribution (UPS, generators, switchgear) or cooling/HVAC systems.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced, on-site environment.
- Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and operate in complex environments.
- Bachelor’s Degree or a Technical (Military/Trade School) Degree with relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior hyperscale data center experience.
- Degree or technical training in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant discipline.
- A fundamental knowledge of network design and layout, as well as low-voltage (copper/fiber) cabling.
- Exposure to coordinating technicians, vendors, or subcontractors.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
- 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
- On-demand training program, access to certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
- Certification discounts and perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
- Dedicated customer service team for benefits and resources, plus a certified Career Coach.