Senior Technician

Senior Technician On-site in Sterling, VA Our client is expanding its mission-critical infrastructure team and is looking for an experienced Senior Technician who knows what it takes to keep a high-availability data center operating safely and reliably. This is an opportunity for a seasoned facilities professional to step into a highly visible lead-level position while staying close to the equipment and technical work. Take an active role in keeping essential technology environments running smoothly by resolving challenging technical problems, coordinating high-impact service work, and providing experienced guidance to teams supporting continuous operations. This Role Offers: Competitive hourly compensation with overtime eligibility. Additional earning potential through a 15 percent differential for qualifying night-shift hours. Flexible scheduling options are available across an operation that maintains continuous coverage day and night. Exposure to sophisticated electrical, mechanical, HVAC, cooling, and supporting infrastructure. Opportunity to mentor other technicians and work closely with site leadership without moving away from the technical side of the profession. Focus: Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and support critical electrical, mechanical, HVAC, cooling, and facility infrastructure. Serve as a senior technical resource during daily operations, planned maintenance, equipment issues, and abnormal operating conditions. Evaluate equipment issues as they arise, determine the source of potential problems, and coordinate the necessary response to support uninterrupted facility performance. Lead and support controlled equipment activities, including switching, equipment isolation, and safe preparation of work areas. Coordinate maintenance and project activities with specialized contractors and service providers. Maintain accurate service records by tracking scheduled upkeep, equipment repairs, and completed work within digital asset management platforms. Provide hands-on technical guidance to other technicians while reinforcing safe and disciplined operating practices. Partner with site leadership on equipment performance, maintenance priorities, operational readiness, and infrastructure needs. Skill Set: 7 or more years of relevant experience in data center facilities, critical infrastructure, building engineering, or a comparable mission-critical environment. Hands-on data center facilities and infrastructure experience is required. Strong working knowledge of HVAC, cooling, electrical power, mechanical systems, and mission-critical facility equipment. Demonstrated ability to operate at a lead or senior technician level while remaining highly hands-on with facility operations. Advanced trade-level knowledge within electrical, mechanical, HVAC/R, or a closely related facilities discipline. Ability to troubleshoot infrastructure alarms and equipment issues and safely stabilize affected systems. Experience with computerized maintenance systems, preventive maintenance programs, work orders, and safe equipment isolation practices. Sound judgment and clear communication skills, with the ability to accommodate changing work hours based on round-the-clock facility coverage requirements. About Blue Signal: Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS