Critical Operations Technician – Data Center (Switzerland)

About the role

We are looking for a Critical Operations Technician to join our 24/7 data centre team in Switzerland. The role ensures continuous operation of all mechanical and electrical plant equipment, guaranteeing zero downtime for critical services.

Key responsibilities

• Perform operational, preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Carry out daily and weekly inspections of critical rooms, systems and equipment.
• Monitor and respond to alarms from Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS) and other monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, interpreting diagrams and schematics.
• Execute isolation and reinstatement of electrical, cooling, fire‑alarm and gas‑suppression systems when authorised.
• Manage emergency situations involving critical equipment and follow escalation procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs in the Facility Management System and ensure compliance with regulations and vendor agreements.
• Support technical quotations, project execution and documentation storage.

Required profile

• Trade certificate or vocational education in an electrical or mechanical discipline (or equivalent).
• Experience with electrical or mechanical systems in a critical environment such as a data centre.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance fundamentals and ability to work autonomously.
• Attention to detail, good interpersonal skills and willingness to learn.

Required skills

• Electrical systems troubleshooting
• Mechanical systems troubleshooting
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS)
• Reading and interpreting electrical/mechanical schematics
• Isolation and reinstatement of electrical, cooling, fire‑alarm and gas‑suppression systems
• Facility Management System usage