Critical Facility Technician - HVAC
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
Oracle is seeking a Critical Facility Technician - HVAC to join our Data Center Facilities Engineering Team. The Critical Facility Technician - HVAC will be a key member of the operations team, tasked with the operation, maintenance, and optimization of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related critical infrastructure. Candidates should have extensive experience in HVAC systems, climate control technologies, automation, and safety protocols, ensuring maximum reliability, efficiency, and safety in critical environments.
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Oracle is seeking a Critical Facility Technician - HVAC to join our Data Center Facilities Engineering Team. The Critical Facility Technician - HVAC will be a key member of the operations team, tasked with the operation, maintenance, and optimization of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related critical infrastructure. Candidates should have extensive experience in HVAC systems, climate control technologies, automation, and safety protocols, ensuring maximum reliability, efficiency, and safety in critical environments.
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Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $87,000 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC3
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational tasks on HVAC systems, including technical and administrative duties, following established protocols to ensure optimal climate control, safety, and uninterrupted operations.
• Process and complete maintenance tasks efficiently and on schedule using a digital facility management system, with a focus on HVAC system performance.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers, air handlers, cooling towers, chillers and related infrastructure. Complete required training certifications and provide expert guidance on HVAC operations when needed.
• Respond promptly to facility emergencies, particularly those involving temperature or humidity control, adhering to predefined response procedures to mitigate risks and ensure continuity of critical systems.
• Conduct regular assessments of HVAC equipment, ductwork, and safety pathways to detect and address any irregularities or hazards.
• Diagnose issues in HVAC systems, assess performance, and propose upgrades to improve energy efficiency, cooling capacity, and system reliability.
• Collaborate with external contractors to ensure compliance with operational standards and protocols during HVAC system maintenance or upgrades. Coordinate and monitor contractor activities related to climate control infrastructure.
• Promptly escalate operational or system issues, particularly those affecting HVAC performance, to facility leadership for resolution.
• Identify and suggest improvements to enhance the maintenance and operational framework for HVAC systems and related infrastructure.
• Operate on a rotating shift schedule, including potential night and holiday shifts, as required to support 24/7 critical operations. • Control Center Operations: Use digital tools in a control center to monitor HVAC systems, manage alerts, streamline communications, diagnose climate-related issues, and allocate resources effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in maintaining and operating HVAC systems, climate control technologies, or related technical maintenance fields.
• Capability to work at heights and use ladders safely.
• Ability to lift or move objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Comfort sitting or standing at a workstation for prolonged periods.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in critical environments such as data centers, industrial facilities, or high-tech infrastructure, with a focus on HVAC systems.
• Professional certification or licensure in HVAC systems
• Familiarity with digital facility management systems used for monitoring HVAC performance.
• In-depth understanding of critical facility climate control infrastructure, including chillers, air handlers, and cooling towers.
• Knowledge of HVAC, environmental monitoring, and safety systems used in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, or diagrams for HVAC and climate control systems.
