Engineering Operations Technician

As a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician (EOT) you will maintain and operate the critical infrastructure systems that keep AWSs cloud running. Working in some of the most sophisticated and secure data centers in the world you will be hands-on with electrical mechanical and life safety equipmentensuring the 99.999% uptime that millions of customers rely on.

In this role you will troubleshoot mission-critical systems including diesel generators 3-phase electrical systems UPS units chillers and cooling towers. You will perform preventative maintenance respond to facility events and collaborate with engineers from around the globe to test and implement emerging technologies that meet the demands of a rapidly evolving cloud computing landscape.

This is a technical hands-on role where your work directly impacts the reliability of AWS servicesfrom startups to Global 500 companies. We have a passion for learning and evolving and were looking for people who want to help us continue setting the industry standard.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. The position further requires that after start the selected candidate obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security related requirements. This position requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.

Physical Requirements:
Willingness and demonstrated ability to work in the following physical conditions


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


Key job responsibilities
Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical mechanical and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability
Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA
Perform PM troubleshooting root cause analysis and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
Technical writing to support change management program
Monitor daily work requests and manage to resolution and execute projects from conception to completion
On-site support of contractors sub-contractors and vendors ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices procedures & local legislation
Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12-hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on-call rotations.
Role may support more than one location/site.


A day in the life
This role acts as Amazons front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting reporting to a sites Data Center Facility Manager (FM). They will maintain operate and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems 3 phase electrical systems such as switchgear UPS units PDUs and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAHU units centrifugal chillers cooling towers water systems air handlers and associated systems pumps and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire/life safety equipment building automation systems and general facilities equipment.

About the team
The Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO) team maintains the electrical mechanical and life safety systems that power AWSs global infrastructure. We are the people who keep the cloud runningsupporting all AWS data centers and ensuring customers have continual access to the services they depend on.

As part of AWS Infrastructure Services you will work at the intersection of traditional facilities engineering and cloud-scale innovation. Our focus for the coming years is scaling operations to support new AWS regions while improving energy efficiency and system reliability. You will be part of implementing next-generation power and cooling solutions developing maintenance strategies and solving complex technical challenges with thousands of variables.

You will collaborate with Chief Engineers Facility Managers Data Center Operations teams and specialists across hardware network supply chain and security disciplines. Together we deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing the capacity our customers need at the lowest possible cost.

Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform serving customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications listed we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes military facilities trades or alternative technical experiences dont let it stop you from applying. We provide ongoing training mentorship and career-advancing resources to help you grow. We also value work-life harmony and strive for flexibility as part of our working culture.


- High school or equivalent diploma
- 1 years of electrical or mechanical or 1 years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital military facility public safety facility etc.) experience
- Current active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above

- 2 years of data center engineering experience

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.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Starting Day 1 of employment Amazon offers EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at VA Fredericksburg - 32.00 - 57.00 USD hourly