Data Center Technician, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading cloud services provider is seeking a Data Center Technician in Reno, NV, to ensure seamless data center operations. The role involves hardware and network diagnostics, equipment repairs, and participation in on-call rotation. Candidates should have 18+ months of IT experience with computer hardware and networking. A flexible schedule is required, and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 18+ months of computer/server hardware troubleshooting experience.
• 18+ months of computer layer 1/2 networking experience.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform server rack installations and troubleshoot network issues.
• Contribute to documentation and process improvement initiatives.
• Help interview, train, and onboard new team members.

Skills

Computer/server hardware troubleshooting

Network troubleshooting and repair

Physical repair skills

Behavioral interviewing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field

Tools

CompTIA

CCENT

Network+

Job description

Job Overview

Join our dynamic AWS team and become a critical guardian of global cloud infrastructure! You’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of the world’s most innovative technology platform, ensuring seamless data center operations that power millions of businesses and services worldwide.

Data Center Technician position involves in-depth hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair as well as participating in an on‑call rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform server rack installations, equipment break‑fix on various components, troubleshoot network issues, and carry out routine network, server hardware, and operating system repairs to contribute to overall AWS service availability.
• Serve as the primary contact point for internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, software developers, vendors, and contractors.
• Perform on‑call duties and participate in scheduled maintenance and change management activities.
• Contribute to documentation and process improvement initiatives based on analysis of operational issues.
• Help interview, train, and onboard new team members.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and moving material up to 40 pounds each.
• Working in cramped and/or elevated locations.
• Bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching.
• Standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day.
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation.
• Working in an industrial environment.
• Shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24/7 operations (covering both night and day shifts).

Essential Requirements

• Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed.
• Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational.
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility.
• Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.

Basic Qualifications

• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• 18+ months of computer/server hardware troubleshooting or related IT experience.
• 18+ months of computer layer 1/2 networking experience (including troubleshooting and repair).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a data center or other critical environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional or military experience in an IT‑related field.
• Industry standard certifications (CompTIA, CCENT, Network+).
• Understanding of Linux or similar operating systems.
• Behavioral interviewing and hiring experience.
• Experience training and onboarding new team members.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), Basic Life & AD&D insurance, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Company

Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Job ID

A10387127