Datacenter Technician

Airdrie, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 4, 2026
1 position

$25–$30 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Associate
Application method: Apply on LinkedIn (LinkedIn sign-in required)

Job summary

Maintain and support the data center’s electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems, including generators, switchgear, UPS/PDU units, HVAC equipment, and building automation systems. Respond to equipment issues affecting availability and identify improvements that increase reliability and reduce operating costs.

Job details

Insight Global is looking for Data Center Technicians to support a mission-critical data center for a leading global technology client in Airdrie, AB. You'll help maintain the electrical, mechanical and fire/life safety equipment that keeps the facility running at better than 99.999% uptime. You'll be a front-line responder for electrical and mechanical issues that affect availability. You'll also help find ways to drive innovation and reduce operating costs. Upon joining the team, you will complete 3–4 weeks of onboarding, mostly shadowing with some virtual training. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Maintain and support the electrical, mechanical and fire/life safety systems across the data center Work on equipment such as: stand-by diesel generators and fuel systems switchboards and switchgear UPS and PDU units AHUs, CRAHUs and CRACs pumps, motors and VFDs building automation systems Act as the technical resource on the floor and respond quickly to electrical and mechanical issues Look for ways to improve reliability and reduce operating costs Required Skills & Experience 2+ years of experience in a technical or facilities role Electrical and mechanical experience Fire and life safety knowledge HVAC experience Ability to obtain and maintain an active Reliability Status security clearance with the Government of Canada Strong ownership, a good attitude and a team-first approach Nice to Have Skills & Experience Data center experience College degree or diploma Work Environment Notes Shift: Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm (day shift) Might need to cover other shifts when needed Onsite at a data center, with onsite parking Occasional coverage of other shifts when needed. No regular overtime, weekend or holiday work. No travel required The role involves exposure to electrical systems and high-voltage equipment Rate: $25-30 an hour plus full comprehensive benefits

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires at least two years of experience in a technical or facilities role, along with electrical and mechanical experience, fire and life safety knowledge, and HVAC experience. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Reliability Status clearance and demonstrate ownership, a positive attitude, and a team-first approach; data center experience and a college degree or diploma are preferred.