Data Center Technician I - Hardware & Infrastructure

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

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Job summary

Google Amarillo, TX, USA is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware including servers and components, and to set up networks and related infrastructure for Google's data centers.

The role requires physical effort, lifting up to 50 lb, non-standard hours and travel as needed, with opportunities to work on small project teams and contribute to cutting-edge infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 repairs

Physical endurance

Shift flexibility

Travel availability

Job description

Google Amarillo, TX, USA is seeking an Operations Technician to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware including servers and components, and to set up networks and related infrastructure for Google's data centers.

The role requires physical effort, lifting up to 50 lb, non-standard hours and travel as needed, with opportunities to work on small project teams and contribute to cutting-edge infrastructure.