Cable Installation Technician, DCC Communities

Amazon; Umatilla (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon AWS is seeking an Infrastructure Delivery Installation Technician to help install and upgrade equipment in data centers across our global infrastructure. You will work with minimal supervision to enhance network stability and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with engineers and operations teams.

The role requires hands-on installation of cabling, managing safety protocols, and traveling within and outside the regional work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year experience in infrastructure cabling or related fields.
• Knowledge of data center operations and network deployment.

Responsibilities

• Moving and installing large enterprise equipment.
• Installing fiber and copper cabling and patching between equipment.
• Upholding safety and security during cabling and rack installation.
• Following established hardware installation procedures and break-fix activities.
• Safely using material handling tools and equipment.

Skills

Infrastructure cabling

Network deployment

Data center operations

Technical project management

Similar technical/vocational roles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cisco IOS

JunOS

GNU/Linux

Job description

Description

AWS Infrastructure Services, the backbone of Amazon's cloud computing platform, is seeking an Infrastructure Delivery Installation Technician to join our growing team. As the architects and maintainers of AWS's global infrastructure, we manage data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment to ensure uninterrupted service for our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex, large-scale challenges in a dynamic environment.

As an Infrastructure Delivery Installation Technician, you'll work with minimal supervision to enhance network stability and sustainability, while developing innovative automation and scaling solutions. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers across AWS. Your efforts will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of safety and security while optimizing capacity and cost-effectiveness for our customers.

The ideal candidate possesses strong technical aptitude, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in various team settings. You should demonstrate robust analytical and problem-solving abilities, exercise high levels of initiative and judgment, and thrive in a fast-paced environment that requires quick adaptation to changing priorities. We value individuals who can balance independent work with effective team collaboration.

At AWS, you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own projects from conception to completion. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to contribute significantly to the core infrastructure of a leading cloud computing platform, working at the forefront of technology in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key job responsibilities

• Moving and implementing large enterprise equipment
• Installing Fiber and Copper cabling and patching cabling between equipment
• Ensuring proper safety and security standards are maintained during cabling and rack installation
• Following well established hardware installation procedures and break-fix activities
• Safely using material handling tools and equipment

Traveling within and outside of regional work area is required.

About the team

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.

Diverse Experiences

Amazon 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.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.

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 conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year experience in any of:
  • Infrastructure cabling
  • Network deployment
  • Data center operations
  • Technical project management
  • Similar technical/vocational roles

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry standard certifications (CompTIA, CCENT, Network+)
• Knowledge of network cabling, optic types, and test equipment
• Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
• Experience with medium to large, complex project scopes and ambiguous details within work environment
• Knowledge of major Command Line Protocols (Cisco IOS, JunOS, GNU/Linux) and common Networking Protocols (BGP, OSPF)

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.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits .

USA, OR, Umatilla - 27.98 - 48.99 USD hourly