Data Center Hardware Technician — Shift Work

Google; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software in a data center environment. You’ll configure complex components such as networks, routers, and switches and participate in small project teams on larger installations.

A typical day involves moving and installing racks and working with cutting-edge infrastructure. GA/US-based role with strong hands-on hardware focus and occasional non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with component-level repairs and troubleshooting.
• Experience diagnosing OS, server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift 50 lb and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours, weekends, nights, holidays.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of related troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in data center or NOC environments.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward equipment or infrastructure issues.
• Maintain data security and integrity per Google standards.
• Disassemble equipment reaching end-of-life in a team setting.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and servers.

Skills

Component repair

OS troubleshooting

Networking protocols

Data center ops

Physical installation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Google IT Support Certificate

Job description

Google is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software in a data center environment. You’ll configure complex components such as networks, routers, and switches and participate in small project teams on larger installations.

A typical day involves moving and installing racks and working with cutting-edge infrastructure. GA/US-based role with strong hands-on hardware focus and occasional non-standard hours.