Network Deploy Technician, ID Deploy Optical Team (AWS)

Amazon; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) matching

Mental Health Support

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking an Infrastructure Delivery Network Technician to join our infrastructure operations team. The role supports multiple US locations, including Boardman, OR, with on-site work required and occasional travel.

You will help scale and sustain next‑generation networks, assisting in automation and capacity management. The ideal candidate is autonomous, detail oriented, and communicates clearly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of data center experience preferred.
• Associate degree or higher can be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in migration, basic configuration and rollout of hardware.
• Manage work and priorities through ticketing systems to complete requests.
• Troubleshoot networking and inter-connectivity issues; document processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Autonomous

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in IT or CS

Tools

VFLs

OTDR

Power meters

Job description

Job ID: 3206716 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for an Infrastructure Delivery Network Technician to join our growing team within infrastructure operations. By applying to this position your application will be considered for all locations we hire for in the United States. This includes, but is not limited to: VA (Manassas, Herndon, Chantilly, Auburn), OR (Boardman, Umatilla, Hermiston), OH (Columbus), CA (Santa Clara), given availability. This position requires the successful candidate report to a site location.

As a Data Center Network Technician, you will work in a dynamic environment to drive the stability and sustainability of our next‑generation networks and assist in the development of innovative ways to automate and scale our network. The position’s responsibilities include scaling support of several data center locations and day‑to‑day assistance with capacity management. Our ideal candidate is sufficiently autonomous, detail oriented, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, and has some experience in supporting large‑scale, enterprise‑class networks. Network implementation and troubleshooting skills combined with a proven documentation methodology are also a requirement.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the migration, basic configuration and rollout of new or upgraded hardware.
• Manage work and priorities through ticketing system and workflows to complete customer requests and projects.
• Work closely with our Network Engineering & Network Technical Project Manager teams to ensure fast, smooth rollout of established designs and products.
• Troubleshoot networking, routing and inter‑connectivity issues, including troubleshooting of network device configuration and low‑level application interaction.
• Troubleshooting cabling infrastructure connectivity issues, including patch panels and patch cords.
• Travel up to 20% within geographic work area; some travel outside traditional work area may be requested.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; participate in group lifts for 41 pounds or more.
• Work in an environment that operates 24/7, including on‑call rotation and after‑hours support as needed.
• Walk job sites in uneven terrain and work safely at heights and from ladders.
• Some regional travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications

• High school or equivalent diploma.
• 1+ years of data center experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in information technology or computer science.
• 1+ years of Linux operating systems experience.
• CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Cisco/CCNA, Linux (Redhat), Microsoft hardware (installation), AWS, or other industry relevant certifications.
• Experience with common tools related to network troubleshooting, including VFLs, OTDR and power meters.
• Knowledge of major command line protocols (Cisco IOS, JunOS, GNU/Linux) and common networking protocols (BGP, OSPF).

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching, and a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.