Data center HVAC jobs in Columbus, OH

Columbus has quietly become one of the busiest data center construction markets in the Midwest. Hyperscale campuses are rising across New Albany and the northern suburbs, and each one needs mechanical installers now and critical facilities technicians for decades after.

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Data center and critical facilities roles in Columbus

Openings that mention data center or mission-critical work.

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The Columbus data center market

Central Ohio's four-season climate means these facilities need both serious cooling plant expertise and real heating knowledge. New construction dominates the market today, which puts commissioning, start-up, and TAB-adjacent skills at a premium.

Where the work is

New Albany
Dublin
Westerville
Downtown Columbus
Hilliard

Real data center projects in the Columbus market

Publicly announced projects driving the hiring above. Each entry links to its source.

Hyperscale campus in New AlbanyNew Albany, Heath and Hebron, Ohio · $1 billion first phase, three campusesAnnounced · announced Oct 2024Read the announcement(opens in a new tab) — external resource: Source: columbusregion.com, opens in a new tab
Hyperscale campus in Central OhioCentral Ohio, Ohio · $10 billion investment planAnnounced · announced Dec 2024Read the announcement(opens in a new tab) — external resource: Source: jobsohio.com, opens in a new tab

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What data center HVAC work looks like

Chilled-water plants, CRAH/CRAC units, and cooling towers
Building automation and monitoring systems
Preventive maintenance on strict schedules with redundancy
Commissioning and start-up on new buildings
Rotating shifts and on-call coverage at operating sites

Common questions

What HVAC jobs are there in Columbus data centers?: Critical facilities technicians, chiller and central plant techs, building automation and controls techs, mechanical installers, and project managers and superintendents on new builds.
Do I need data center experience to apply?: Not always. Commercial service, chiller, and controls experience transfers well. Hospital, lab, and other critical-environment experience is a strong plus.
What do data center HVAC jobs in Columbus pay?: Pay is competitive depending on experience. Your recruiter shares the range for a specific role before you apply.
Is my search confidential?: Yes. Your details are only shared with an employer after you approve it.

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