Engineering Operations Technician (EOT)

Amazon Jobs; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Airdrie is seeking a Building Technician to oversee the maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems in its data center operations. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and have experience in data center environments. Responsibilities include providing technical support and ensuring uptime for critical systems. This role requires physical capability to work in diverse conditions and manage equipment effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in data center engineering is essential.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work in various environments is needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of critical electrical and mechanical systems.
• Provide technical support for data center operations.
• Respond to electrical and mechanical issues promptly.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Data center engineering experience

Physical task capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Amazon is hiring Building Technicians to support our data centers. The Building Operations Technician is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center. Building Technicians serve as technical resources to support Amazon within its data centers. Equipment supports mission-critical servers and must maintain uptime. Building Technicians drive innovation while reducing operational costs in facilities and are the front-line responders for electrical and mechanical issues affecting Amazon's availability. Equipment includes, but is not limited to, standby diesel generators and related fuel systems, switchboards/switchgears, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, CRAHs, CRACs, pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems.

This position requires that the candidate obtain and maintain an active Reliability Status security clearance with the Government of Canada.

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and are looking for talented people who want to help.

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

About the team — Worldwide Sustainability

The Worldwide Sustainability (WWS) organization capitalizes on Amazon’s scale, speed, ability to build, invent, and simplify a resilient and sustainable company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally and drive solutions that enable our customers, businesses, and the world to become more sustainable.

Diversity & Inclusion

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, has not followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in data center engineering
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, and building systems in data center or similar environments
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work on job sites with uneven terrain, at heights, or on ladders
• Ability to bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working
• Ability to use hands to manipulate small wires and objects

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