Data Center Technician, Data Center Ops

Amazon Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Data Center Technician in Dublin to join the Operations team responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of data center infrastructure. The role operates on a 24x7 shift rotation with hands-on hardware responsibilities and direct interaction with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has hands-on hardware experience, networking know-how, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience in networking.

Responsibilities

• Work and meet SLA's against assigned trouble tickets via a directed workflow.
• First line touch point for hardware troubleshooting and technical issues.
• Perform regular server hardware repairs (drives, motherboards etc).
• Carry out routine network, server hardware and OS related repairs.
• Work with cross-functional teams on a regular basis to complete routine work.
• Engage with Smart Hands in EU Regional POPs.
• Adhere to security and safety best practices in the data center.
• Participate in Data Center power and cooling events.
• Participate in team meetings for metric analysis and daily/weekly goals achievement.
• Identify and help create documentation for use globally.
• Identify and help create process improvements relevant to the data center environment.
• Perform server upgrades, rebuilds, scheduled works as required.
• Interact with third party vendors and contractors.
• Contribute to the development of other team members.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

Networking

Linux commands

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

This role is a unique opportunity to work in some of the most cutting edge data centers in the world. Amazon data centers are large-scale high-density centers where you will be working on changing the face of Cloud technology in the region.

A Data Center Technician will work as part of the Operations team whose primary responsibility is the maintenance and upkeep of the data center infrastructure. The candidate may be the primary point of contact for both internal customers (for example: Network Engineers, Systems Engineers, Software Developers, Database Engineers, Technical Operations) and external customers (Hardware Vendors, Contractors, Service Providers among others). The position is full time and shift based, operating on a 24*7 rotation. The ideal candidate is someone with hands-on hardware experience.

Responsibilities

• Work and meet SLA's against assigned trouble tickets via a directed workflow
• First line touch point for hardware troubleshooting and technical issues
• Perform regular server hardware repairs(drives, motherboards etc)
• Carry out routine network, server hardware and OS related repairs
• Work with cross-functional teams on a regular basis to complete routine work
• Engage with Smart Hands in EU Regional POPs
• Adhere to security and safety best practices in the data center
• Participate in Data Center power & cooling events
• Participate in team meetings for metric analysis and daily/weekly goals achievement
• Identify and help create documentation for use globally
• Identify and help create process improvements relevant to the data center environment
• Perform server upgrades, rebuilds, scheduled works as required
• Interact with third party vendors & contractors
• Contribute to the development of other team members

Key job responsibilities

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

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 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 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.

• Work and meet SLA's against assigned trouble tickets via a directed workflow
• First line touch point for hardware troubleshooting and technical issues
• Perform regular server hardware repairs(drives, motherboards etc)
• Carry out routine network, server hardware and OS related repairs
• Work with cross-functional teams on a regular basis to complete routine work
• Engage with Smart Hands in EU Regional POPs
• Adhere to security and safety best practices in the data center
• Participate in Data Center power & cooling events
• Participate in team meetings for metric analysis and daily/weekly goals achievement
• Identify and help create documentation for use globally
• Identify and help create process improvements relevant to the data center environment
• Perform server upgrades, rebuilds, scheduled works as required
• Interact with third party vendors & contractors
• Contribute to the development of other team members

Knowledge of Linux Operating Systems and Commands

About the team

About AWS

Diverse Experiences

AWS 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.

Why AWS?

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.

Inclusive Team Culture

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.

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Work/Life Balance

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Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma
• Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair
• Experience in networking

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure

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