Cleared Engineering Operations Technician, ADC InfraOps DCEO (AWS)

Amazon; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 50,971 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Cleared Engineering Operations Technician to join the ADC InfraOps DCEO team in Hilliard, OH. This role covers critical data‑center infrastructure, including generators, switchboards, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems.

You will work 24/7 shifts, perform routine rounds, coordinate with contractors, and respond to after‑hours calls. A Top Secret with SCI eligibility is required; 2+ years of experience is expected, with a path to senior roles

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to bend, twist, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain and work from ladders.
• Ability to manipulate small wires and objects with hands.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain diesel generators, switchboards, UPSs, and other critical data-center equipment.
• Troubleshoot facility and rack-level events within internal SLAs.
• Perform limited maintenance tasks including filter changes and PDU/ATS replacements.
• Provide support to Data Center Operations technicians and conduct root-cause analysis.
• Follow all safety procedures while performing work.
• Conduct daily readings of mechanical and electrical equipment during rounds.
• Use CMMS to manage workflows and spare parts inventory.
• Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance.
• Respond to after-hour emergency calls per on-call rotation in the region.
• Comply with physical-security procedures and policies.
• Drive innovation to reduce operational costs in facilities.

Skills

2+ years experience

Safety minded

Work at heights

Top Secret SCI eligible

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

DC II/III or NFPA70E license (or equivalent)

Job description

Cleared Engineering Operations Technician, ADC InfraOps DCEO

The Data Center Engineering Operations Technician (EOT) is Amazon’s front‑line responder for electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation. This role covers equipment such as stand‑by diesel generators, switchboards, UPSs, PDUs, AHUs, pumps, motors, VFDs, and building automation systems. EOTs provide 24/7 shift coverage, which may include 12‑hour shifts on rotating three‑, four‑ or five‑day work weeks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical emergency generators, fire/life safety equipment, and other critical data‑center infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot facility and rack‑level events within internal SLAs.
• Perform limited maintenance tasks including filter changes, HVAC preventive maintenance, rack power installs, PDU, and ATS replacements.
• Provide support to Data Center Operations technicians and perform root‑cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed while performing work.
• Conduct daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.) through routine rounds/log‑taking.
• Use CMMS to manage building workflows and spare‑part inventory.
• Supervise contractors performing servicing or preventive maintenance.
• Respond to after‑hour emergency calls per on‑call rotation for any site in the region.
• Comply with all physical‑security procedures and policies.
• Drive innovation while reducing operational costs in the facilities.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working.
• Ability to manipulate small wires and objects with hands.
• Ability to walk on job sites with uneven terrain.
• Ability to work at heights and from ladders.
• Current, active U.S. Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of data‑center engineering experience.
• Knowledge of network design and layout as well as low‑voltage (copper/fiber) cabling.
• Experience in data‑center engineering or operating electrical/mechanical systems in a mission‑critical environment.
• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Operating‑engineering licenses such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent electrical/mechanical journeyman license, CFC license (Universal or minimum Type II), or NFPA 70E certification.

Security Clearance

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. citizen and to currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.

Salary & Benefits

Base salary range: 37.00 – 65.00 USD hourly (USA, OH, Hilliard).

Amazon offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D and optional Supplemental life plans), EAP, mental health support, 401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, and more. For details, see Amazon benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. We provide workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. For more information, see Amazon accommodations guide.