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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Facilities Operations Technician - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** Saline, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $62,400.0 - $114,400.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Reliability of Systems - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/406474831 ## About the Role Are you the type of person who thrives on solving complex challenges, keeping critical systems running, and being the go-to expert when reliability matters most?, * 2+ years of experience in facilities, manufacturing, industrial, mission-critical, data center, or similar technical environments * Experience working with electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or building systems * Strong troubleshooting skills and a passion for solving technical problems * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation * A safety-first mindset with a commitment to operational excellence * Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Bonus Points For * Data center or critical facilities experience * Military technical experience, apprenticeship training, or trade school experience. * OSHA, NFPA 70E, EPA 608, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, or related certifications * Experience supporting equipment and infrastructure in 24/7 operations environments Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise directly impacts operational success, this is your opportunity. Join a team that values problem-solvers, rewards initiative, and provides the chance to work on some of the most important facility systems in operation today., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. ## Description We're looking for a Facilities Operations Technician III to join a high-performing team responsible for supporting and maintaining mission-critical infrastructure in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. This is an opportunity to work with advanced electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and facility systems while playing a key role in ensuring continuous operations for a world-class facility. This position is 100% onsite in Saline, MI. Candidates must be able and willing to work onsite at the Saline facility. Why You'll Love This Opportunity ? Work with critical infrastructure that powers essential operations ? Take ownership of complex systems and impactful projects ? Join a collaborative team that values technical expertise and professional growth ? Build your skills across electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and building automation systems ? Be part of a culture focused on safety, innovation, and operational excellence What You'll Do As a Facilities Operations Technician III, you'll be a key player in maintaining the reliability and performance of critical facility systems by: * Operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical and mechanical infrastructure * Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on mission-critical equipment * Diagnosing issues and responding to alarms, incidents, and equipment failures * Monitoring facility performance through building management and maintenance systems * Partnering with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to support facility operations * Maintaining detailed maintenance records and operational documentation * Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system reliability and efficiency * Mentoring and assisting junior technicians while contributing to a strong team environment ## Related Videos - [Designing Reliable Distributed Systems: Failures, Retries & Idempotency](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1963-designing-reliable-distributed-systems-failures-retries-idempotency) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [From Space to Software: Reliability Lessons 40 Years After Challenger](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100283-from-space-to-software-reliability-lessons-40-years-after-challenger) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Empowering and Motivating Developers in a Purpose-Driven Team of the Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1177-empowering-and-motivating-developers-in-a-purpose-driven-team-of-the-future) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)