Data Center Engineering Operations Water Tech, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a detail-oriented 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 first-class customer service to the teams and groups within the data centers.

Key job responsibilities
The Water Infrastructure Tech is responsible for the following key duties:
Conducting in-depth analyses and providing solutions to enhance Water Utilization Efficiency (WUE) for a specific area.
Developing and implementing solutions to enhance the Legionella program for a designated area.
Ensuring compliance with regulations and permit requirements set by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) local government municipalities and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for the assigned areas infrastructure.
Acting as a Subject Matter Expert for water infrastructure equipment including ultrafiltration systems reverse osmosis systems and oxidant systems.
Overseeing preventative maintenance and spare parts management for the assigned area.
Properly conducting water sampling activities.
Engaging and coordinating with vendors for troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
Engaging with other supporting teams such as Field Engineering Design Engineering Environmental Legal and Regional Water team.
Working around evaporative cooling ponds in the summer months for water sampling remediation and repair work.

Physical Requirements:
Willingness and demonstrated ability to work in the following physical conditions with reasonable accommodations:
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently
- Participate in group lifts for 40 pounds
- Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
- Regularly walk use hands and fingers handle or feel reach with hands and arms stoop kneel crouch or crawl climb stairs twist bend work above shoulders grasp carry push and pull objects into position
- Work in an environment requiring provided ear protection


A day in the life
A day in the life of a water infrastructure technician typically involves a range of tasks related to the operation maintenance and repair of water supply and treatment systems. Water infrastructure technicians begin their day by reporting to work and attending briefings. They inspect and monitor various components of the water system including pipes valves pumps and filters taking readings and collecting samples. Based on their inspections they perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters and replacing worn-out parts as well as repairing malfunctioning water treatment plants they operate treatment processes like chemical dosing and filtration monitoring and adjusting parameters. Throughout the day they document activities record data and prepare emergencies they respond promptly to mitigate situations and restore operations. Technicians also attend training sessions to stay updated on new technologies and regulations.



About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global 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.

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 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.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its 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
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 in the cloud.

- High School diploma or equivalent
- 4 years of relevant work experience in a data center or other critical environment
- Knowledge of water treatment processes equipment quality regulations and safety procedures.
- Ability to operate and maintain water treatment equipment and systems.

- 3 years of construction or project management experience
- Electrical or mechanical Journeyman License
- operating engineering license such as DC II DC III or equivalent
- Experience in construction or project management

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

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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $83100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.