Data Center Operations Jobs in Georgia
Data Center Operations jobs in Georgia are in strong and growing demand, concentrated in cloud infrastructure, colocation, enterprise IT, and federal contracting sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level technician to senior operations manager. Atlanta leads hiring by a wide margin, followed by Macon and Savannah, and established employers including Google, Microsoft, and NCR Atleos maintain significant Georgia data center footprints. The most consistently sought specialties are infrastructure monitoring, physical security and access control, and power and cooling systems management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
Job Description
The Critical Facilities Technician is responsible for the daily operation, inspection, and maintenance of critical facility systems, including power, cooling, backup generation, and physical security infrastructure. This role monitors environmental condition and equipment performance, responds to facility alarms and work orders, performs troubleshooting, repairs, vendor management for onsite support, and maintains accurate technical and maintenance documentation. the Critical Facilities Technician will support the local site team and reports directly to the Chief Engineer.
Job Description
- Ensure proper maintenance of critical data center equipment such as Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), HVAC systems, backup power generators, and physical security systems.
- Identify, report and resolve technical issues identified within the Data Center categorized as whether related to hardware or software systems.
- Monitor and evaluate data center performance, including power consumption, ambient temperature and other critical factors affecting data center operation.
- Keep technical documentation of the data center up-to-date and accessible to include user manuals, cabling diagrams, and maintenance records.
- Monitor Ticket queues and ensure all customer tickets and responded to within required SLA times.
- Perform all tasks of a Data Center Shift Technician, including critical equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and data center performance oversight.
- Communicate effectively with team members, vendors and end customers to receive and provide status updates to ensure all stakeholders are informed through completion of Work Order Request.
- Supervise vendors and contractors working in the data center, ensuring compliance and security standards.
- Continuously evaluate the data center for opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of data center experience, operations, and maintenance of critical facilities.
- Knowledge of critical infrastructure - to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDUs, RPPs.
- Strong communications, both written and verbal, coordinating with local and regional teams.
- Commitment to organizational excellence and constant awareness to seek opportunities to improve processes/quality of deliverables.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to meet committed timelines, leveraging assistance/input from team.
- Strong and effective team player in working with various disciplines and peer groups; can cover all gamut of tasks required to ‘getting a job done.’
- Strong attention to detail
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
- Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
- Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
- Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
- Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
- Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
- Ability to work in environments with a wide variety of temperatures inside a facility
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
- Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
- Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel, as required
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Atlanta, GAIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
JLL Privacy Notice
Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.
For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.
For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.
For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.
Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
Job Description
The Critical Facilities Technician is responsible for the daily operation, inspection, and maintenance of critical facility systems, including power, cooling, backup generation, and physical security infrastructure. This role monitors environmental condition and equipment performance, responds to facility alarms and work orders, performs troubleshooting, repairs, vendor management for onsite support, and maintains accurate technical and maintenance documentation. the Critical Facilities Technician will support the local site team and reports directly to the Chief Engineer.
Job Description
- Ensure proper maintenance of critical data center equipment such as Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), HVAC systems, backup power generators, and physical security systems.
- Identify, report and resolve technical issues identified within the Data Center categorized as whether related to hardware or software systems.
- Monitor and evaluate data center performance, including power consumption, ambient temperature and other critical factors affecting data center operation.
- Keep technical documentation of the data center up-to-date and accessible to include user manuals, cabling diagrams, and maintenance records.
- Monitor Ticket queues and ensure all customer tickets and responded to within required SLA times.
- Perform all tasks of a Data Center Shift Technician, including critical equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and data center performance oversight.
- Communicate effectively with team members, vendors and end customers to receive and provide status updates to ensure all stakeholders are informed through completion of Work Order Request.
- Supervise vendors and contractors working in the data center, ensuring compliance and security standards.
- Continuously evaluate the data center for opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of data center experience, operations, and maintenance of critical facilities.
- Knowledge of critical infrastructure - to include MV switchboards, Transformers, Generators, ATS/STS, UPS, PDUs, RPPs.
- Strong communications, both written and verbal, coordinating with local and regional teams.
- Commitment to organizational excellence and constant awareness to seek opportunities to improve processes/quality of deliverables.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to meet committed timelines, leveraging assistance/input from team.
- Strong and effective team player in working with various disciplines and peer groups; can cover all gamut of tasks required to ‘getting a job done.’
- Strong attention to detail
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
- Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
- Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
- Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
- Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
- Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
- Ability to work in environments with a wide variety of temperatures inside a facility
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
- Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
- Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel, as required
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Atlanta, GAIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
JLL Privacy Notice
Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.
For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.
For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.
For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.
Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.
Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.
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Data Center Operations Job Market in Georgia
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data center operations jobs across Georgia.
- Relevant industry certification such as CompTIA A+, DCCA, or CDCP preferred by most Georgia employers
- Hands-on experience with data center infrastructure management tools and ticketing systems
- Demonstrated ability to perform hardware installation, replacement, and rack-and-stack tasks
- Familiarity with power distribution, UPS systems, and cooling infrastructure in live environments
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and on-call coverage
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for incident documentation and escalation
Data Center Operations Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data center operations in Georgia?
Most Georgia employers expect candidates to hold at least a high school diploma or associate degree in information technology, electronics, or a related field alongside a recognized industry credential. Georgia does not issue a state-specific license for data center operations roles, so employers rely on vendor-neutral certifications such as CompTIA Server+, the Uptime Institute's CDCP, or Schneider Electric's DCCA as practical proof of competency. Practical hands-on experience gained through IT support, facilities technician, or network operations roles is equally valued in Georgia hiring.
Which companies hire data center operationss in Georgia?
Georgia data center operations roles are posted by Amazon, Google, and Tellusicom and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's concentration of hyperscale campuses, federal agency support contracts, and financial services headquarters in the Atlanta metro makes it one of the more active hiring markets in the Southeast.
Which Georgia cities have the most data center operations jobs?
Atlanta, Hampton, and Appling post the most data center operations openings in Georgia, reflecting where the bulk of infrastructure investment is concentrated. Atlanta dominates because of its dense cluster of hyperscale campuses, financial institutions, and federal contractors, while other markets on the list are driven by large colocation facilities or major enterprise employers that maintain regional operations centers outside the core metro.
Are there remote data center operations jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Data center operations work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical presence for hardware maintenance, infrastructure monitoring, and emergency response, so fully remote roles represent a small fraction of openings. About 0% of data center operations openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be limited to monitoring, capacity planning, or documentation-heavy coordination roles rather than floor-level technician positions.
How can I get hired as a data center operations in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an IT support technician or facilities associate role at a Georgia colocation or managed services provider, where hands-on exposure to live infrastructure is part of the job from day one. Large Atlanta-area operators and federal contractors regularly bring in candidates through apprenticeship pipelines and entry associate programs that do not require prior data center experience. Earning a CompTIA A+ or Server+ certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge, and Georgia's technical colleges, including Georgia Piedmont Technical College, offer short-term IT infrastructure programs that align directly with these entry roles.
Where can I find and apply to data center operations jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to data center operations jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings. Search through the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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