Data Center Technician, Data Center Operations

Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

We are looking for Data Center Technicians to join our rapidly expanding team. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. This position involves in-depth hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair as well as participating in an on-call rotation.

This role will require access to the GovCloud. Logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States)

Key job responsibilities

These activities include the following :

Lifting and moving material up to 40 pounds each

Working in cramped and / or elevated locations

Bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching

Standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day

Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation

Work in an industrial environment

Work shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24 / 7 operations (covering both night and day shifts).

A day in the life

Our Data Center Technician professionals, who have industry-leading technical abilities and demonstrate a breadth of knowledge while they :

Take ownership of technical issues brought by their customer base, engaging other teams when needed to drive resolution

Show a strong aptitude for troubleshooting and problem solving

Solve problems at their root and step back to understand the broader context

Maintain service level agreements through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting

Are biased to act in the absence of direction or support

Improve effectiveness through process innovation

You will be required to work shift work that will include days / nights / weekends / holidays.

About the team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

1+ years of computer networking experience

1+ years of Linux operating systems experience

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience in computer networking

Experience working with Linux operating systems

Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds

Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair

Preferred Qualifications

Can work in cramped spaces or in elevated locations while adhering to health & safety guidelines

Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure

Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system

Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies

Experience working in a data center environment (racking and stacking gear, cable management, hot / cold aisle containment)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country / region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $55,900 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $125,100 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.