Critical Environment Technician (Night Shift)

Microsoft

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Work type: On-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted: 5 days ago
Closes: Dec 7, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Critical Environment Technician (Night Shift)

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As a Critical Environment Technician (CET) in Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the critical infrastructure of Datacenters, ensuring they remain operational around the clock. Your day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity, performing routine checks on electrical systems, and responding to any issues that could impact datacenter uptime. You must possess strong technical skills with experience in HVAC systems, power distribution units (PDUs), and fire suppression technologies. Additionally, you should be comfortable working in physically demanding environments, requiring prolonged standing and the ability to use assistive devices for mobility if needed. This role is crucial for maintaining the reliability of Microsoft’s global datacenter network, which supports a wide range of cloud services used by millions of customers worldwide.

Skills

Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Terraform Python Shell Scripting Ansible CI/CD Prometheus Grafana PostgreSQL Redis Docker Linux Windows Server

What you'll do

Ensure continuous operation of datacenter critical systems.
Monitor environmental conditions to prevent equipment failure.
Perform routine maintenance on cooling and power distribution units.
Respond to alarms and initiate corrective actions promptly.
Document all maintenance activities and system status updates.

What we're looking for

- Experience in maintaining critical infrastructure in datacenter environments.
- Proficient in operating and troubleshooting HVAC systems and electrical power distribution.
- Ability to work in physically demanding conditions for extended periods.
- Strong problem-solving skills for rapid issue resolution.
- Valid certifications in relevant technical fields preferred.

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