Data Center Technician I

Google LLC; Lenoir (NC); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Google LLC in Lenoir, NC is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain hardware and server software. You will work with networks and networking protocols, participating in small project teams and developing contingency plans.

The role requires physical work, lifting up to 50 lb, and occasional travel. The position emphasizes on-site execution of cutting-edge infrastructure tasks, aligned with Google’s AI and infrastructure initiatives.

Formación

• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment as required and exert physically over extended periods.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including weekends, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules.
• Availability to travel to support business priorities as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software.
• Configure complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches, and networking protocols.
• Participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop contingency plans.
• Handle manual movement and installation of racks as part of day-to-day duties.

Conocimientos

Component-level troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Willingness to work non-standard hours

Lifting up to 50 lb

Descripción del empleo

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info_outline X This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship. Candidates must be able to work 100% onsite.

• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment as required 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.
• Must be available to travel to support business priorities as operationally required.

Preferred qualifications:

• 1 year of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols.
  
• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role (e.g., Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk Technician, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges.
  
• Ability to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.
  
• Ability to understand, and to effectively execute, frequent verbal and written instructions.
  

About the job

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the state-of-the-art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

About the job

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the state-of-the-art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual