Global Data Center Technician — 24/7 Hardware Ops

Google Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Google's Hardware Operations team is seeking a Data Center Technician, Global Server Operations, to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain servers and components in Google data centers. The role involves hands-on work with racks, networking components, and servers, with occasional non-standard hours.

Candidates should have experience with component-level repairs, OS/server hardware or networking troubleshooting, and be able to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience diagnosing/troubleshooting OS, server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lb and perform demanding physical tasks.
• Availability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules.
• Willingness to travel as 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

Hardware troubleshooting

OS/Server Networking

Physical endurance

Shift work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Google IT Support Professional Certificate

Job description

Google's Hardware Operations team is seeking a Data Center Technician, Global Server Operations, to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain servers and components in Google data centers. The role involves hands-on work with racks, networking components, and servers, with occasional non-standard hours.

Candidates should have experience with component-level repairs, OS/server hardware or networking troubleshooting, and be able to travel as needed.