Data Center Technician Night Shift, DCC Communities

Join our dynamic AWS team and become a critical guardian of global cloud infrastructure! Youll play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of the worlds most innovative technology platform ensuring seamless data center operations that power millions of businesses and services worldwide.

Data Center Technicians 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 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 the regional work area is required.

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.

This is a night shift/overnight role: It will require working overnight hours between approximately 6pm-8am. Work schedule may not be a standard 40hr work week. Specific days and hours may vary depending on specific site and/or schedule needs.


NOTE: Amazon does not sponsor for immigration including for H-1B TN and other non-immigrant visas for this role.

NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.

Key job responsibilities
-Performing server rack installations 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

Physical requirements:

-Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41 pounds
-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).

This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.

Essential Requirements:

-Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
-Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
-Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility

Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.

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 the 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 of events fosters 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.

- High school or equivalent diploma
- 1 years of computer/server hardware troubleshooting or related IT experience
- Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days nights and/or weekends.

- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- Experience working in a Data Center environment
- An Associates degree technical certification or equivalent professional or military experience in a relevant field (e.g. computer science networking engineering etc.)
- Understanding of network design protocols and layer 1/2 troubleshooting

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 $50600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $113200/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.