What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Center Technician, Data Center Operations position at Amazon Data Services, Inc.?
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret or above
• Associate's degree in IT-related field or equivalent professional or military experience
• 2 years of experience with server hardware
• 1 years of experience with UNIX/Linux operating systems
Job summary The Data Center Operations team is looking for a cleared Data Center Technician to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team. Data Center Technicians are the primary resolver and troubleshoot and solve a range of datacenter infrastructure issues including, but not limited to: hardware, fiber, networking, and related problems. If you like to use IT principles like computer architecture and the OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection Model) and apply them to finding solutions to problems, we’d like to meet you. Your work will help to maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance. Key job responsibilities You will be required to engage in physical data center activities with or without reasonable accommodation. This includes all tasks associated with planning and tracking capacity, rack deployment, rack cabling, hardware and software troubleshooting, and rack decommissioning. These activities include the following: • Lifting and moving material up to 49 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 a noisy 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: • 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
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Job summary The Data Center Operations team is looking for a cleared Data Center Technician to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team. Data Center Technicians are the primary resolver and troubleshoot and solve a range of datacenter infrastructure issues including, but not limited to: hardware, fiber, networking, and related problems. If you like to use IT principles like computer architecture and the OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection Model) and apply them to finding solutions to problems, we’d like to meet you. Your work will help to maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance. Key job responsibilities You will be required to engage in physical data center activities with or without reasonable accommodation. This includes all tasks associated with planning and tracking capacity, rack deployment, rack cabling, hardware and software troubleshooting, and rack decommissioning. These activities include the following: • Lifting and moving material up to 49 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 a noisy 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: • 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
- Hands-on experience with one or more of the follow hardware platforms (e.g. Dell, HP) is a plus.
- Networking experience with CCNA and/or Network certifications is a plus.
- Previous experience working in a Data Center environment (racking & stacking gear, cable management, hot & cold aisle containment).
- Associate's degree in IT-related field plus two years of progressively responsible experience preferred.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.