Data Center Operations Technician - Hardware & Systems Troubleshooter

Google; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

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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 will work with racks, networks, and complex components, following established procedures and collaborating with teams on installations and contingency plans.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware maintenance, equipment deployment, and security-compliant operations within Google-scale infrastructure, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and ability to exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
• Must have the ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and applying the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
• Maintain the security and integrity of data, track various forms of media to check for standard data security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) handled in accordance with Google security standards.
• Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance, in a team setting.
• Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues with defined solutions and limited guidance.

Skills

Component-level repairs

Diagnose OS/servers/Networking

Physical lifting 50lb

Non-standard hours shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

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 will work with racks, networks, and complex components, following established procedures and collaborating with teams on installations and contingency plans.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware maintenance, equipment deployment, and security-compliant operations within Google-scale infrastructure, with opportunities to contribute to