Data Center Technician, DCO, DCC Communities

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.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking Data Center Technicians to support our customers in multiple locations. This position requires the successful candidate report to a site location.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a fast-paced technology company and a leader in the world of data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. This position may involve participation in an primary responder rotation which includes monitoring the data center infrastructure coordinating response to operational incidents and partnering with other teams to rapidly resolve issues that impact service availability. Primary responder responsibilities may require evening weekend holiday and/or night work to ensure our global data centers are operating at the highest levels of reliability for our customers. All candidates should be willing to work both independently and with a team. Work prioritization organizational skills effective communication and the ability to react quickly are critical to success. In addition to hardware and network repair candidates will install equipment create documentation innovate solutions and fix problems within the data center space. This team works in an environment that operates 24/7. Traveling within and outside of regional work area is required. You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and valid drivers license to travel within the regional work area as company transportation will not be provided.

All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations:
Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41 pounds
Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments
Bending lifting stretching reaching standing and walking for up to 8 hours a day
Ascending and descending ladders stairs and gangways safely and without limitation

NOTE: Amazon is not able to provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.

NOTE: If applying for positions in Oregon (OR) and Ohio (OH) these sites are within AWS GovCloud region. Effective May 15 2017 logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).

Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
Performing hardware break-fix on various components troubleshooting network issues and responding to operational incidents that impact service availability escalating to senior technicians and management as needed/required
Serving as a primary contact point for both internal and external stakeholders including engineers software developers vendors and contractors
Performing on-call duties and participating in scheduled maintenance and change management activities
Contributing to documentation and process improvement initiatives based on your analysis of operational issues
Helping to train and onboard new team members

A day in the life
As a Data Center Technician professional you have industry-leading technical abilities and demonstrate a breadth of knowledge while you:
Take ownership of technical issues brought by their customer base engaging other teams when needed to drive resolution
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

You will be required to work shift work that will include days/nights/weekends/holidays. Traveling within and outside of regional work area is required. You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and valid drivers license to travel within the regional work area as company transportation will not be provided.

A day in the life
As a Data Center Technician professional you have industry-leading technical abilities and demonstrate a breadth of knowledge while you:
Take ownership of technical issues brought by their customer base engaging other teams when needed to drive resolution
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

You will be required to work shift work that will include days/nights/weekends/holidays. Traveling within and outside of regional work area is required. You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and valid drivers license to travel within the regional work area as company transportation will not be provided.

About the team
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.

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.

Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored 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 & Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll 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 theres nothing we cant achieve.

- 1 years of relevant experience in data center operations IT support or a similar technical field
- 1 years of troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve undefined technical problems
- Willingness to participate in a primary responder rotation and support 24/7 data center operations

- An Associates degree technical certification or equivalent professional or military experience in a relevant field (e.g. computer science networking engineering etc.)
- Experience working in a Data Center environment
- Understanding of network design protocols and troubleshooting
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- Understanding of in-depth hardware knowledge (e.g. PCIe)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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