Data Center Operations Engineer (12h Shifts)

Amazon Inc.; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Engineering Operations Technician to perform hands-on electrical and mechanical operations in a data center environment.

The role requires supporting 24/7 shifts, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining safety and operational standards. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of related experience, are able to handle physical tasks such as ladder work and lifting, and currently hold Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Can bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working.
• Can walk on job sites in uneven terrain.
• Can work at heights and from ladders.
• Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, generator, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center.
• Troubleshoot facility equipment and rack‑level events within internal SLAs.
• Perform limited maintenance tasks including filter changes, HVAC PMs, rack power installs, rack PDU, and rack ATS replacements.
• Provide support to Data Center Operations technicians.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to while performing work.
• Write procedures.
• Work a 12 hour shift (rotating 3 and 4 day work weeks days or nights).
• Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/logs.

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Engineering Operations Technician to perform hands-on electrical and mechanical operations in a data center environment.

The role requires supporting 24/7 shifts, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining safety and operational standards. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of related experience, are able to handle physical tasks such as ladder work and lifting, and currently hold Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.