Mission-Critical Data Center Technician

Amazon Inc.; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technician to help maintain mission-critical facilities in Oregon. You will handle electrical and mechanical systems, including generators, UPS, PDUs, and cooling equipment, ensuring high uptime.

The role requires on-site presence, travel between local data centers, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include daily rounds, monitoring BMS/EPMS, troubleshooting, rack installs/decommissions, and safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience or 1+ years in data center or mission critical facilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with equipment such as generators, UPS, PDUs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Daily rounds to monitor electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment for 24/7 reliability.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS).
• Assist in troubleshooting facility and rack-level events within internal SLAs; perform rack installs/decommissions.
• Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Data Center Engineering Technician to help maintain mission-critical facilities in Oregon. You will handle electrical and mechanical systems, including generators, UPS, PDUs, and cooling equipment, ensuring high uptime.

The role requires on-site presence, travel between local data centers, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include daily rounds, monitoring BMS/EPMS, troubleshooting, rack installs/decommissions, and safe, compliant operations.