Senior Critical Environment Technician

Microsoft

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On-site
Location
Boydton, VA
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3 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago
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Mar 7, 2027

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TL;DR · Senior Critical Environment Technician

As a Senior Critical Environment Technician (Nightshift) on the Cloud Operations & Innovation team, you will maintain the critical infrastructure powering essential cloud services. You will perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for complex electrical, mechanical, and control systems while ensuring all operations meet safety and security requirements. Your daily responsibilities include coordinating with vendors, managing work orders via a computerized maintenance management system, performing equipment inspections, and leading incident response teams to resolve abnormal conditions. You will utilize telemetry, control systems, and other platforms to monitor performance and analyze data trends for predictive maintenance. The role requires expertise in HVAC, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure within a datacenter environment. You will also mentor less experienced technicians and develop standard operating procedures to ensure reliable operation of the underlying hardware supporting global online services.

What you'll do

  • Perform independent troubleshooting and maintenance on complex electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems.
  • Lead onsite incident response teams to resolve abnormal conditions and perform corrective repairs.
  • Monitor equipment performance using telemetry, control systems, and other data analytics platforms.
  • Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and methods of procedure (MOPs) for critical infrastructure.
  • Coordinate with third-party vendors and contractors to oversee their work and ensure safety compliance.
  • Mentor and provide technical training to less experienced technicians on equipment systems and protocols.
  • Manage maintenance schedules and track asset data using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Prepare complex reports, including root cause analyses, to document findings and identify trends.

What we're looking for

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of mission critical services work or applied learning experience in high availability environments.
  • 1+ year of experience in a specialized area such as mechanical, electrical, or controls fields.
  • Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check every two years.
  • Must provide verification of citizenship with a valid passport for legal requirements.
  • Must pass a criminal justice information services (CJIS) background check.
  • Associate's Degree or technical trade certification and 7+ years mission-critical experience (preferred).
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and 10+ years mission-critical experience (preferred).

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