AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.
We are seeking an energetic Data Center Facility Manager to serve as a technical resource and leader within Amazon data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. The Data Center Facility Manager is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of all electrical mechanical and HVAC equipment within the data center. The Data Center Facility Manager will assist in maintaining a high reliability and performance while keeping operating costs in facilities at a minimum. This equipment supports missioncritical servers and must maintain better than 99.999 uptime.
This role acts as Amazons front line when it comes to handson electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting. They will maintain operate and troubleshoot missioncritical data center facility equipment including electrical support equipment such as standby diesel generators and related fuel systems 3 phase electrical systems that include but not limited to switchgear UPS units PDUs and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAC units centrifugal chillers cooling towers/water chemical system air handlers and associated systems pumps and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire suppression systems building automation systems and general facilities equipment.
Key job responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the data centers critical physical infrastructure. Ensure that all work performed within the space is done to high quality and without impact to internal/external customers
Manage teams of 24x7 engineering technicians in all facets of their career
Engage in improvement projects often requiring reaching out to a variety of support teams and drive them from conception to completion
Coordinates daily with a multitude of third party vendors ensuring adherence to contracted SLAs
Effectively and efficiently manage the operations budget and expenditures
Routinely operate as the afterhours oncall Data Center Facility Manager for the data centers in the region. This will include responding to any issues within the data centers and managing the investigation mitigation and recovery of the issue(s)
A day in the life
As the Facility Manager your role demonstrates a strong commitment to prioritizing the development and wellbeing of team members as well as fostering diversity and inclusion. You will oversee all facets of the data centers critical infrastructure with a focus on continuous availability and optimal performance while upholding highquality standards and minimizing any impact on internal and external customers. Additionally you will play a crucial role in process optimization staff management setting performance metrics and driving continuous improvement initiatives all while ensuring a supportive and inclusive work environment.
Manage teams of 24x7 engineering technicians: Prioritize and assign tasks coach and create documentation guide and train staff on best practices.
Effectively and efficiently manage operations budget: Monitor and control expenditures ensure optimal resource allocation.
Engage in improvement projects: Drive projects from conception to completion collaborate with support teams.
Coordinate with thirdparty vendors: Ensure adherence to contracted service level agreements (SLAs).
Communicate complex technical information: Adapt communication style for diverse stakeholders including nontechnical audiences.
Respond to outofhours emergency calls: Address urgent issues that may arise outside regular working hours.
Act as an escalation point for facilitiesrelated issues: Oversee routine and emergency services ensure safety procedures are followed.
Deliver operational excellence: Prioritize team development and wellbeing while achieving operational goals.
Foster a diverse and inclusive team culture: Empower team members to reach their full potential.
Perform physical tasks: Lift and move objects of varying weights walk job sites in different terrains while maintaining balance and safety.
Promote accessible work environments: Support employees diverse needs.
Work in noisy environments when required: Utilize approved personal protective equipment (PPE).
Support multiple locations/sites: Coordinate and manage operations across different sites.
Provide onsite management for builders five days a week. (No remote work)
About the team
Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll 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 youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
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5 years of experience working in data centers with an emphasis on (electrical/mechanical) building and equipment operation
An excellent understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders transformers generators switchgear UPS systems ATS units PDU units chillers pumps air handling units and CRAC units
Proven track record of people management and developing teams
Ability to solve problems at their root stepping back to understand the broader context.
Ability to maintain SLAs through the implementation of proactive issue detection and reporting
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