Data Center Engineering Technician - Hands-On Ops Guardian

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 50,971 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technician to safeguard and maintain mission-critical facilities.

You will monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems that power AWS data centers, including generators, switchgear, UPS, and cooling equipment. The role requires 2+ years of electrical or mechanical experience, a relevant engineering degree, and the ability to travel between data center sites.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
• Ability to travel between data center locations as needed.
• Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Daily building rounds to monitor electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability.
• Operate and troubleshoot data center facilities and related systems.
• Support change management through technical writing and documentation.
• On-site support of contractors and vendors to ensure safety and compliance.
• Work schedule changes up to 12 hours; some locations have on-call rotations.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technician to safeguard and maintain mission-critical facilities.

You will monitor, operate, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems that power AWS data centers, including generators, switchgear, UPS, and cooling equipment. The role requires 2+ years of electrical or mechanical experience, a relevant engineering degree, and the ability to travel between data center sites.