Data Center Technician I: Hands-on Server Hardware

Google; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Bonus target

Job summary

Google is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software across data center environments. You will participate in projects, lead small teams, and handle rack installation and hardware configuration as part of cutting-edge infrastructure.

The role involves physical work, potential shift schedules, and travel to align with business priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment as required and physically demanding work.
• Must be able to work non-standard hours, including weekends, nights, holidays and on shift-based schedules.
• Must be available to travel to support business priorities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure.
• Maintain the security and integrity of data, track media and ensure proper data erasure per Google security standards.
• Disassemble equipment at end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance within a team setting.
• Repair, fix and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, or infrastructure.

Skills

Equipment repair

Heavy lifting

Non-standard hours

Travel

Job description

Google is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware and server software across data center environments. You will participate in projects, lead small teams, and handle rack installation and hardware configuration as part of cutting-edge infrastructure.

The role involves physical work, potential shift schedules, and travel to align with business priorities.