Description
The Mechanical Operations Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems supporting a mission-critical data center in Lappeenranta, Finland.
Working as part of a 24/7 Critical Facilities Operations team, the technician ensures maximum equipment availability while supporting the site's commitments to energy efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Critical Facilities Operations
- Operate and monitor mechanical infrastructure using the Building Management System (BMS) and routine field inspections.
- Respond to alarms, equipment faults, and operational events in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs).
- Record equipment readings, operating parameters, and shift activities.
- Support planned switching operations and maintenance windows.
Mechanical Maintenance
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical failures and carry out repairs or coordinate vendor support.
- Assist with commissioning, recommissioning, and integrated systems testing.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Mechanical Systems
Operate and maintain systems including:
- Chilled water systems
- CRAH and CRAC units
- Chillers
- Air Handling Units (AHUs)
- Pumps and hydronic distribution systems
- Heat exchangers
- HVAC systems
- District cooling and heat recovery systems (where applicable)
- Water treatment systems
- Mechanical valves and piping
- Expansion vessels and pressure systems
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Work in accordance with Finnish occupational safety legislation and EU health and safety requirements.
- Follow Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and risk assessment procedures.
- Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Participate in emergency response activities and incident investigations.
- Promote a strong safety culture and environmentally responsible work practices.
Qualifications
Education
- Vocational Qualification (Ammatillinen perustutkinto) or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical discipline.
- Equivalent technical or military experience may also be considered.
Experience
- 2–5 years of experience maintaining mechanical systems in data centers, industrial facilities, manufacturing, hospitals, power generation, or other critical environments.
- Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and CMMS software is preferred.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of:
- HVAC and cooling systems
- Chilled water and hydronic systems
- Pumps, motors, and heat exchangers
- Mechanical fault diagnosis
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Mechanical drawings and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Energy-efficient building systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Occupational Safety Card (Työturvallisuuskortti)
- Hot Work Card (Tulityökortti)
- First Aid Certificate (EA1 or equivalent)
- Refrigerant handling qualification (where applicable)
- Fluent English (written and spoken)
- Finnish language skills are beneficial but not essential
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams