Description

How would you like to be a part of Earth’s most customer-centric company? You would work with teams of front-line responders who support the operations of some of the world’s most powerful data centers. Our Data Center Engineering Operations team maintain and operate our critical infrastructure systems so that they are prepared to stand up against any situation.

AWS has the world’s largest cloud computing portfolio. As an Amazonian you will work in some of the most sophisticated, safe, and secure data centers in the world. Our Engineering Operations Technicians II (EOT’s) help keep them that way by working with the brightest minds from around the globe to help test and implement the newest technology and work practices to meet the demands of a changing market.

We have a passion for learning and evolving, it’s how we have helped define ourselves as leaders in the industry. Let’s work hard, have fun, and make history!

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 we’re looking for talented people who want to help.

You’ll join and cross collaborate with a diverse team of operations specialists, engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Key job responsibilities

• Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance

• Perform limited maintenance tasks to include: filter changes, battery system PMs, and Rack PDU & Rack ATS replacements

• Perform root cause analysis for operational issues

• Troubleshoot facility and rack level events

• Ensure all personnel on-site follow safety protocols

• Work on-call and a rotating schedule as needed

• Take daily operational readings and provide metrics reporting to senior engineers

• Perform basic support concepts such as ticketing systems, root cause analysis, and task prioritization

A day in the life

• Responsible for the on-site management of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation.

• Performance and oversight of maintenance and operations on all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center.

• Tasked with driving innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities.

• Drive projects with moderate complexity.

• Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).

• Perform rack installs, rack decommissioning, operational readings and facility management.

• Provide key performance indicators to senior engineers.

• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work.

• Perform basic support concepts such as ticketing systems, root cause analysis, change management creation, writing procedures and building management systems.

• Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Occasional after-hours or OT can be expected.

• Maintain data center critical infrastructure equipment ensuring 99.999% uptime of the world's largest cloud computing portfolio.

• Role may support more than one location/site.

• Walk job sites in uneven terrain. Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds unassisted and participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds.

• 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.

About the team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Amazon 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, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

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, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

Here at AWS, it’s 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.

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of Data Center Operations, or critical operations experience, or equivalent mission critical environment experience

• In depth understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations such as: feeders, transformers, generators, switchgears, substations high, medium and low voltage, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units, CHILLERS

• Familiar with BMS and EPMS control systems and data collection/trending

• Proficient with maintenance management software (CMMS)

• Ability to prioritize in a complex, fast-paced environment

• Ability to work on a rotating shift schedule, is a must.

• Candidates should be able to lift up to 49 lbs and or work at heights and from ladders.

• Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance

• Must have the ability to read/write/speak/communicate fluently (English) with respect to complex technical instructions and concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

• 2+ years of Data Center Engineering Experience

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $152,700/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.