Data Center Technician

Google; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Data Center Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in deploying and maintaining advanced data center infrastructure. This position offers a unique opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology while ensuring the efficiency and security of operations. Collaborate with diverse teams, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to projects that impact Google's global infrastructure. Ideal for those seeking growth in hardware operations or a transition into software development and project management. Embrace a culture of innovation and excellence in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Electronics.
• 4 years of experience in server systems maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across teams.
• Maintain data security and integrity in line with Google standards.

Skills

Diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems

Linux

Networking protocols

Physical lifting and moving equipment

Ability to work non-standard hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electronics

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Position Requirements

It is a requirement of the position that you obtain or currently hold a valid Reliability Status screening from the Government of Canada. Please note that information provided to the Canadian Government in connection with the screening is not affiliated/shared with Google. Evidence of the completed screening will be required to be provided directly by you to Google upon the start of your employment, and will not otherwise be shared with Google by the Government of Canada. The level of security screening required may change during employment to meet Google’s current business needs. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate clearance/customer screening requirements will make you ineligible for the position, which may result in the frustration of your employment and action up to and including termination.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electronics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware, and server hardware.
• Experience with hardware and operating systems (e.g., Linux), and networking protocols.
• Experience with networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and exert yourself physically over extended periods, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and lifting.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays, and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Experience in project management and leadership.
• Experience collaborating and partnering with teams.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English to support client relationship management in this region.

About The Job

The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and deploying Google's physical infrastructure. As a Data Center Technician, you'll deploy and maintain Google's advanced Data Center Server and Network Infrastructure. You'll also participate in or lead local project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans.

In this role, duties range from the physical deployment of data center-related technology to working closely with various stakeholders. It will be your responsibility to ensure successful delivery of goals, missions, and projects, and to ensure they are repeatable across our global data centers. This position offers a great introduction to Google's broader development environment, with opportunities to grow within Hardware Operations or transition to software development, networking, or project management.

Our Technical Infrastructure team builds and maintains the architecture behind Google's online services, from data centers to next-generation platforms. We pride ourselves on our hands-on approach, ensuring our networks operate efficiently and our users have the best experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across teams.
• Report issues and follow procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment or infrastructure issues, applying necessary resources to resolve them.
• Maintain data security and integrity, handling media and data in accordance with Google standards.
• Disassemble equipment at end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance.
• Perform repairs, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting independently.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in accordance with legal requirements. For accommodations, please complete our Accommodations for Applicants form.