Data Center Technician

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Data Center Technician to join their Hardware Operations team. In this role, you'll manage and maintain server and network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security. You'll deploy new technologies, troubleshoot issues, and work closely with stakeholders to drive project success. This position offers growth opportunities within hardware operations and potential transitions into software or project management roles. If you're passionate about technology and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with hardware, operating systems, and networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure.
• Report issues and troubleshoot equipment or infrastructure problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs independently.

Skills

Diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems

Computer hardware maintenance

Networking protocols

Physical tasks (lifting, bending, etc.)

Project management

Fluent English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent practical experience

Job description

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Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware, and server hardware.
• Experience with hardware, operating systems (e.g., Linux), and networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and perform physical tasks such as bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules.

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 with teams and overcoming challenges.
• Fluent English communication skills for client relationship management.

About the job

The Hardware Operations team manages Google's physical infrastructure. As a Data Center Technician, you'll deploy and maintain server and network infrastructure, participate in projects, and develop contingency plans. Your duties include deploying technology, working with stakeholders, and ensuring project success across data centers. Opportunities exist for growth within Hardware Operations or transition into software, networking, or project management roles.

Our architecture supports Google's online services, from data center development to platform building. We pride ourselves on our hands-on approach to hardware and network management, ensuring optimal user experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure.
• Report issues, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment or infrastructure problems.
• Maintain data security and integrity, handle media securely per Google standards.
• Disassemble end-of-life equipment through maintenance or part replacement.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs independently.

Google is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value a workforce that reflects our users and promote a culture of belonging. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or other legally protected statuses. For more information, see Google's EEO Policy and related resources.

Proficiency in English is required for all roles to facilitate global collaboration.

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