Water Team Facility Manager

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a detailoriented individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This dedicated group works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services. Specifically this team ensures that the data centers Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems operate at 100 availability while providing firstclass customer service to the teams and groups within the data centers.

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.

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.


Key job responsibilities
The Water Infrastructure Manager is responsible for the following key duties:

Leadership and Oversight
Manage a team of Water Infrastructure Technicians and Chief Engineers responsible for water systems across PDX data centers
Establish operational standards and procedures for water infrastructure management
Ensure compliance with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) regulations and local municipal requirements
Coordinate with regional environmental engineers (REEs) on waterrelated compliance matters
Coordinate with Field Engineering (FE) on equipment related matters
Coordinate with AWS Legal team on environmental compliance
Coordinate across AMER to support the implementation of water treatment equipment and teams in other regions

Water Efficiency and Sustainability
Drive initiatives to improve Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) metrics across the PDX cluster
Implement and oversee water conservation strategies
Monitor and report on water consumption and efficiency metrics
Lead continuous improvement efforts for water systems


Technical Management
Oversee maintenance and operation of critical water systems including:
Retention ponds and stormwater management systems
Oxidizer systems for water treatment
Ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis systems
Manage vendor relationships for water treatment equipment and services
Manage vendor contracts
Manage cost savings and insourcing where necessary


Compliance and Reporting
Ensure all required water sampling and testing is performed according to regulations
Maintain proper documentation for regulatory compliance
Coordinate with Environmental teams on water management requirements
Ensure Preventative Maintenance is completed within compliance


Emergency Response
Develop and maintain emergency response procedures for waterrelated incidents
Coordinate with Facility Operations Center (FOC) during waterrelated emergencies
Ensure proper training of staff on emergency protocols


Budget and Resource Management
Manage budget for water infrastructure maintenance and improvements
Ensure adequate staffing and resources for water management activities
Plan for capital improvements to water systems


About the team
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats 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 hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance
We value worklife 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 theres nothing we cant achieve.

Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employeeled and companysponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing mentorship and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.


Water and Environmental Technology Associate Degree
4 years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital military facility public safety facility etc. experience
Posses current certifications or licenses: Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification Water Distribution System Operator Certification or Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certification

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering
Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (with focus on fluid systems)
Environment Science degree
Chemistry degree



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