Data Center Engineering Operations Technician - Northern Virginia, Amazon Publis
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Virginia, MN, United States
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 (EOTs) 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!
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.
Shift schedule options
Option 1: Weekend Rotation
Days worked: Sunday – Tuesday, plus every other Saturday
Weekly pattern: alternates between 3‑day and 4‑day work weeks
Shift hours: 5:30 am – 6:00 pm (day shift) or 5:30 pm – 6:00 am (night shift)
Option 2: Weekday Rotation
Days worked: Wednesday – Friday, plus every other Saturday
Weekly pattern: alternates between 3‑day and 4‑day work weeks
Shift hours: 5:30 am – 6:00 pm (day shift) or 5:30 pm – 6:00 am (night shift)
Overtime & Pay
Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours per week
Night Shift Differential: 13% additional pay (6:00 pm – 6:00 am shifts)
Maximum hours: 60 hours per week in total (up to 20 hours of overtime)
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
Basic Qualifications
Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration
2+ years of practical experience in electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC, and/or fire suppression systems
Can bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working, use hands to manipulate small wires and objects, walk on job sites in uneven terrain, and work at heights and from ladders
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling
Experience in data center engineering
Equal Opportunity Employment
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Benefits
Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans), EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Salary
USA, VA, Ashburn – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Chantilly – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Dulles – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Haymarket – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Herndon – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Manassas – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Sterling – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
Job Details
Company: Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3168529
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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 (EOTs) 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!
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.
Shift schedule options
Option 1: Weekend Rotation
Days worked: Sunday – Tuesday, plus every other Saturday
Weekly pattern: alternates between 3‑day and 4‑day work weeks
Shift hours: 5:30 am – 6:00 pm (day shift) or 5:30 pm – 6:00 am (night shift)
Option 2: Weekday Rotation
Days worked: Wednesday – Friday, plus every other Saturday
Weekly pattern: alternates between 3‑day and 4‑day work weeks
Shift hours: 5:30 am – 6:00 pm (day shift) or 5:30 pm – 6:00 am (night shift)
Overtime & Pay
Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours per week
Night Shift Differential: 13% additional pay (6:00 pm – 6:00 am shifts)
Maximum hours: 60 hours per week in total (up to 20 hours of overtime)
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
Basic Qualifications
Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration
2+ years of practical experience in electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC, and/or fire suppression systems
Can bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working, use hands to manipulate small wires and objects, walk on job sites in uneven terrain, and work at heights and from ladders
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling
Experience in data center engineering
Equal Opportunity Employment
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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Benefits
Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans), EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Salary
USA, VA, Ashburn – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Chantilly – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Dulles – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Haymarket – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Herndon – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Manassas – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
USA, VA, Sterling – 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly
Job Details
Company: Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3168529
#J-18808-Ljbffr