Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

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Cloud
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

Join AWS Infrastructure Services, the team responsible for keeping the world's largest cloud platform running. As a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician, you'll be part of the front-line team maintaining and operating critical infrastructure in some of the world's most sophisticated data centers.

Your role involves hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance, working with standby diesel generators, 3-phase electrical systems, UPS units, PDUs, and various mechanical systems including chillers, cooling towers, and air handlers. You'll be responsible for monitoring building systems, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring 24/7 reliability of our facilities.

AWS values diversity and provides an inclusive environment where you can work with the brightest minds globally. We offer extensive career growth opportunities through mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and ongoing learning experiences. Our culture emphasizes work-life harmony, ensuring success both professionally and personally.

The position requires physical capabilities including lifting, working on ladders, and various maintenance tasks. You'll work in rotating shifts up to 12 hours, possibly including on-call rotations, supporting multiple locations as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for those with technical backgrounds in electrical, mechanical, or HVAC systems to join a leading technology company.

AWS pioneered cloud computing and continues to innovate, serving customers from startups to Global 500 companies. We're looking for individuals who share our passion for learning and evolution, helping us maintain our position as industry leaders. Join us in making history while working with cutting-edge technology in a supportive, diverse environment that values both professional growth and personal well-being.

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Responsibilities For Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

  • Daily building rounds to monitor electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment
  • Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
  • Troubleshoot facility and rack-level events within SLAs
  • Perform rack installs and decommissioning
  • Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis of electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Technical writing for change management program
  • Monitor and resolve daily work requests
  • Provide on-site support for contractors and vendors
  • Work rotating 12-hour shifts with possible on-call duties

Requirements For Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

Linux
  • High school or equivalent diploma
  • Technical (Military/Trade School) training or 1+ years of electrical or mechanical, HVAC, fire system experience
  • 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
  • 1+ years experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to lift and move up to 39 pounds independently
  • Ability to participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
  • Physical ability to work on ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work above shoulders

Benefits For Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Mentorship programs
  • Work-life harmony
  • Inclusive team culture
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Ongoing learning experiences

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