Data Center IT Technician, Data Centre Operations

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 skilled Server/Network Technicians with a passion for technology to help us expand our data centers to the next level. At Amazon, career progression is part of our environment. We want you to progress, so come and work for the world’s most Customer-centric Company.

You will work on installing and troubleshooting the IT infrastructure that supports the AWS cloud. You will work closely with our engineering and logistics teams to maintain daily operations. There is never a dull moment as each day presents itself with different challenges.

Data Center Operations designs, installs & maintains the world’s largest Computing Infrastructure. This role is a unique opportunity to work in some of the most cutting-edge data centers in the world. Amazon data centers are large-scale high-density centers where you will be working on changing the face of cloud technology in the region.

• Key job responsibilities
• - Install and configure racks of hosts in line with internal SLAs
• - Diagnose and repair issues for server, storage and network devices, including the physical replacement of parts.
• - Remediation or recovery of physical power issues on racks and participate in Data Center power & cooling events.
• - Shift work (4 days on and 4 days off including night shifts on a rotational basis).
• - This position also has a physical component requiring the ability to lift & rack equipment using our lifting equipment.
• - Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and their own vehicle to travel between sites.

• 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.

• Diverse Experiences
• AWS 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.

• Inclusive Team Culture
• 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.

• Mentorship & Career Growth
• 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.

• Work/Life Balance
• 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.

Basic qualifications

• - 2+ years of computer hardware troubleshooting and repair experience
• - 1+ years of computer networking experience
• - High school or equivalent diploma

Preferred qualifications

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

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.