Data Center Environmental Analyst Trainee*

Salary : $75,483.20 - $101,192.00 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-19960PSC-01
Department: Innovation and Technology Department
Opening Date: 11/14/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Job
The Innovation and Technology Department (ITD), Network and Safety Communications Division, is seeking qualified candidates for Data Center Environmental Analyst Trainee* positions assigned to support the County's enterprise data center environmental systems. This is a trainee-level opportunity designed for candidates with foundational technical experience or education who are interested in developing a career supporting mission-critical data center infrastructure. Under training and supervision, incumbents will learn to monitor, support, maintain, and troubleshoot environmental and supporting infrastructure systems, including HVAC/CRAC systems, critical-site backup generators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and battery systems, chemical agent fire suppression and alarm systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), and related data center infrastructure. Employees will receive hands-on training and progressively assume greater responsibility as knowledge and proficiency are demonstrated.
*Official Title: Systems Support Analyst I. For a more detailed description of job duties, refer to the job description.

Incumbents are eligible for promotion to upon meeting the minimum qualifications and receipt of satisfactory work performance evaluations. Incumbents must be promoted within 24 months or be terminated.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job specific benefits, refer to: and the

The County also offers an alternative that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
Trainee Level: Incumbents are eligible for promotion to upon meeting the minimum qualifications and receipt of satisfactory work performance evaluations. Incumbents must be promoted within 24 months or be terminated.

Physical: This position requires lifting heavy objects, either manually or with the aid of lifting devices. It also requires occasional squatting, climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, and working in dirty environments with extreme temperature changes.

Environment: Incumbents work in confined spaces and may occasionally be exposed to hazards.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Availability: Incumbents will be required to work on call, in a 24 hours/7 days a week environment, overtime, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Refusal to work on-call and overtime may result in removal from the list or termination.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet the education AND experience requirements in order to qualify.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Fifteen (15) semester (30 quarter) units of completed post-high-school coursework from an accredited** college, university, vocational, or technical school in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Electronics, Electrical Technology, HVAC, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:One (1) year of work experience performing technical support, installation, maintenance, repair, monitoring, or troubleshooting of electrical, electronic, mechanical, computer, network, telecommunications, facilities, HVAC, power, or other technical systems.

EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION: One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute for the required education.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Completion of a Data Center Certification program may substitute for the required experience. Certifications must be attached to the application.
**Qualifying degrees and coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Interest in data center, critical infrastructure, environmental systems, or facilities technology.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, electronic, computer, network, or telecommunications systems.
• Experience using computers and common productivity applications.
• Ability and willingness to learn HVAC/CRAC, UPS, battery, generator, BMS, and fire/life-safety systems.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow technical procedures, document completed work, and communicate effectively.
• Experience using hand tools, test equipment, monitoring systems, or other technical equipment is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple training assignments.

Selection Process
Examination Procedure:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure:

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2026.Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

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PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT
Instructions: The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Availability: Incumbents will be required to work on call, in a 24 hour/7 days a week environment, and work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Refusal or inability to work on-call and overtime may result in your application being disqualified, removed from the list, or termination from the position.

• I AM willing and able to work according the above requirements.
• I AM NOT willing and able to work according the above requirements. I understand by making this selection, my application will be removed from further consideration.

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Education/Coursework/Certificate: Please provide your completed education information. Please note, failure to provide the required education information can adversely affect the evaluation of your application.
COURSEWORK: If listing coursework, include the school name, class title, number of units, and type of units (semester/quarter). Unofficial transcripts may be attached in lieu of listing coursework. Example: CSUSB, Intro to Computer Science, 3 semester.
DEGREE: If you possess a degree from an accredited college or university, include the school name, type of degree, and major. Example: CSUSB, Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
CERTIFICATE: If you possess a related certificate, please provide your certificate information below. Example: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
If no education, indicate "N/A."
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Technical Education and Training: Describe any relevant college coursework, vocational training, military technical training, certifications, apprenticeships, or other formal technical training you have completed. If none, indicate "N/A."
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Technical Experience: Describe any experience you have installing, maintaining, monitoring, repairing, or troubleshooting technical equipment or systems. Experience may include IT, telecommunications, electrical, electronics, HVAC, mechanical, facilities, power, or similar systems. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), job title, and related job duties. The employer(s) must be clearly listed in the Work Experience section of your application. If none, indicate "N/A."
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Troubleshooting: Describe an example of a technical or mechanical problem you were responsible for troubleshooting. Explain how you identified the problem and what steps you took to resolve or escalate it. In your response, be sure to include the name of your employer, job title, and related job duties. This employer must be clearly listed in the Work Experience section of your application. If none, indicate N/A.
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Computer and Technology Skills: Describe your experience using computers, software applications, networked equipment, monitoring systems, test equipment, or other electronic systems. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), job title, and relevant job duties. This employer must be clearly listed in the Work Experience section of your application. If none, indicate "N/A."
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Critical Infrastructure Exposure: Indicate any areas which you have education, training, or work experience. Prior experience in these systems is desirable but not required. Select all that apply.

• HVAC or cooling systems
• Generators
• UPS or battery systems
• Electrical systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Fire alarm or suppression systems
• Data centers or server rooms
• Telecommunications or network equipment
• Mechanical systems
• None of the above

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Training and Development: This position is designed as a training opportunity requiring employees to learn multiple electrical, mechanical, environmental, and IT systems. Describe your interest in developing skills in these areas and your approach to learning unfamiliar technical systems. If none, indicate "N/A."
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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