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EPA 608 certification is required for refrigerant handling. Most data center roles also expect OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, and experience with precision cooling (CRAC/CRAH units) is a strong plus.

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HVACFull-Time

Data Center HVAC Technician, COL5 (1st Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 6:00am - 4:00pm)

Cologix

Columbus, OH

$45 – $50/hr

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Job Description

About Our Company:

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix℠ hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Center HVAC Technician to serve as the mechanical subject matter expert for critical cooling and refrigeration systems within a mission-critical data center environment. This role is responsible for the safe operation, preventive maintenance, corrective repair, modification, and installation of mechanical systems that protect uptime, equipment reliability, and environmental stability.

This is a hands-on role with real ownership. You will work across chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, in-row cooling systems, cooling towers, pumps, valves, compressors, and associated controls to ensure cooling systems operate within design parameters and support reliable 24x7 operations. You will also support maintenance execution, vendor coordination, incident response, documentation, and system readiness while helping maintain high standards for safety, compliance, and operational discipline.

Be the mechanical expert behind mission-critical cooling and environmental reliability.

Shifts: 1st Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 6:00am - 4:00pm

—Operate, inspect, maintain, repair, and modify critical cooling and refrigeration systems across the data center environment

—Perform preventive maintenance and minor corrective adjustments on HVAC and mechanical systems in accordance with site standards and manufacturer requirements

—Diagnose mechanical failures and perform corrective repairs to restore safe, stable cooling performance

—Support mechanical upgrades, installations, and approved infrastructure changes while ensuring proper integration with existing systems

—Monitor equipment condition, mechanical performance, and environmental trends to identify developing risks or degradation early

—Provide technical oversight and coordination during vendor-performed maintenance and mechanical service activities

—Document maintenance activities, equipment condition, and technical findings with accuracy and discipline

—Maintain readiness of HVAC tools, commonly used spare parts, and mechanical work areas to support safe and effective execution

—Provide mechanical technical support during incidents, audits, maintenance windows, and cross-functional activities within authorized scope

What Makes You a Good Fit

—Strong hands-on experience with HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems in data centers, industrial facilities, hospitals, or other critical environments

—Deep understanding of cooling systems, airflow, refrigeration circuits, mechanical controls, and environmental performance

—Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly and safely in a live critical environment

—Strong working knowledge of refrigerant handling, lockout/tagout, PPE, and mechanical safety practices

—Experience supporting maintenance execution, vendor coordination, and return-to-service validation

—Attention to detail in documentation, equipment condition reporting, and safe work execution

—Acts as the mechanical subject matter expert for site cooling and refrigeration systems

—Leads by example in safety, technical discipline, and adherence to standards

—Brings calm, practical troubleshooting during mechanical events and equipment failures

—Maintains a high bar for workmanship, system care, and documentation quality

—Works well with Infrastructure leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams while staying clearly within mechanical scope

What Success Looks Like

—Cooling and refrigeration systems operate safely, reliably, and within defined performance parameters

—Preventive maintenance is executed consistently, and developing issues are identified before they become outages

—Mechanical failures are diagnosed accurately and repaired with lasting solutions

—Vendor work is well-controlled, technically sound, and aligned with site standards

—Documentation is accurate, timely, and useful for maintenance planning, audits, and operational decision-making

—Mechanical spaces and work areas remain organized, safe, and ready to support critical operations

—HVAC certification, refrigeration certification, or equivalent trade qualification required

—5+ years of experience working with HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical systems in mission-critical, industrial, or similar environments

—Strong knowledge of chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, pumps, valves, cooling towers, compressors, and associated controls

—Experience with preventive maintenance, corrective repair, and mechanical troubleshooting

—Familiarity with refrigerant handling requirements, environmental regulations, and mechanical safety standards

—Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

—Experience supporting critical operations, maintenance execution, and incident response

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the mechanical systems that protect uptime in a mission-critical environment. You will play a key role in keeping cooling systems reliable, safe, and ready to support the infrastructure customers depend on every day.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at recruiting@cologix.com or call 720-940-2551.

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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. These certifications demonstrate Cologix’s commitment to both information security and environmental stewardship. At Cologix, protecting information assets and minimizing environmental impacts are everyone’s responsibility.

Cologix employees are responsible for:

—Understanding and following Cologix’s information security, cybersecurity, privacy,

and environmental management policies, procedures, and standards.

—Ensuring conformance with the requirements of both the Information Security

Management System (ISMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS).

—Remaining vigilant and reporting any information security or environmental incidents,

vulnerabilities, risks, or non-conformities to the appropriate teams.

—Actively participating in Cologix’s efforts to maintain and improve information security

and environmental performance.

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