Engineering Operation Technician, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 44,083 - 78,523; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Sparks, NV is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technician to oversee critical infrastructure and ensure 99.999% uptime. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment, operate generators, UPS, CRACs, chillers, and related systems across AWS data centers.

You will perform rounds, monitor BMS/EPMS, support rack builds, conduct predictive maintenance, document changes, and collaborate with on-site contractors.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in electrical or mechanical work, or data center or mission‑critical facilities (e.g., hospital, military, public safety).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily building rounds to monitor and record equipment performance for 24/7 reliability.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS).
• Assist in troubleshooting facility and rack‑level events within internal SLA.
• Install and decommission racks within internal SLA.
• Conduct predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Write technical documentation to support change management.
• Manage daily work requests and execute projects from conception to completion.
• Support on‑site contractors, sub‑contractors, and vendors ensuring compliance with established practices and local legislation.
• Adapt to varying shift schedules, including up to 12‑hour shifts and potential on‑call rotations.
• Support multiple locations/sites as required.

Skills

Electrical work

Mechanical work

Data center experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Data Center Engineering Technician, you will be a pivotal guardian of mission‑critical technology infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and maintaining an extraordinary 99.999% uptime for global digital experiences. You will be on the front line, hands‑on troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment, operating generators, three‑phase power systems, UPS units, PDUs, batteries, CRAC units, chillers, cooling towers, water systems, and fire/life safety equipment across AWS data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily building rounds to monitor and record equipment performance for 24/7 reliability.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management Systems (EPMS).
• Assist in troubleshooting facility and rack‑level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Install and decommission racks within internal SLA.
• Conduct predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Write technical documentation to support change management.
• Manage daily work requests and execute projects from conception to completion.
• Support on‑site contractors, sub‑contractors, and vendors ensuring compliance with established practices and local legislation.
• Adapt to varying shift schedules, including up to 12‑hour shifts and potential on‑call rotations.
• Support multiple locations/sites as required.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift or move up to 39 pounds independently.
• Participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds.
• Perform construction tasks while on a ladder and maintain balance.
• Walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push, and pull objects into position.
• Work in environments requiring ear protection.

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 your assigned facility becomes operational.
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of the assigned facility.
• Must be able to travel over 50 miles or commute less than 50 miles to active data center sites as required.

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in electrical or mechanical work, or data center or mission‑critical facilities (e.g., hospital, military, public safety).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of data center engineering experience.

NOTE: Amazon does not sponsor immigration for this role (H‑1B, TN, or other non‑immigrant visas).

NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.

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 during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1, Amazon offers EAP, mental health support, medical advice line, and 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, NV, Sparks – $32.00 – $57.00 USD hourly