Network Install Technician, DCC Communities

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 41,328 - 74,390; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a hardware-focused professional to join our data center operations team in Sparks, NV. The role involves moving and installing enterprise equipment, cabling, and ensuring safety standards while supporting 24/7 facilities access.

The ideal candidate has 18+ months in data centers or related roles, with cabling and fiber optics experience, plus the ability to travel as needed. This full-time position offers comprehensive AWS benefits and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experience with copper and optical fiber cabling, switches, routers.
• 18+ months in a data center or similar technical role.
• 18+ months of experience with network cabling, optic types, and test equipment (VFL, power meter, OTDR).

Responsibilities

• Moving and implementing large enterprise equipment.
• Installing fiber and copper cabling and patching cabling between equipment.
• Ensuring safety and security standards during cabling and rack installation.
• Following hardware installation procedures and break‑fix activities.
• Traveling within and outside the regional work area is required.

Skills

Network hardware

Data center ops

Cabling

Fiber optics

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Transform network infrastructure by joining our dynamic team! You’ll be at the forefront of developing innovative solutions that drive network stability and scalability, using your technical expertise to create automated systems that power global technological advancement.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. We collaborate across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Moving and implementing large enterprise equipment
• Installing fiber and copper cabling and patching cabling between equipment
• Ensuring proper safety and security standards are maintained during cabling and rack installation
• Following well‑established hardware installation procedures and break‑fix activities
• Safely using material handling tools and equipment
• Traveling within and outside of the regional work area is required

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
• Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with the necessity to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after‑hours support as needed
• Working in cramped, elevated, and/or noisy environments
• Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation

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 assigned facility is operational
• Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with network hardware: copper and optical fiber cabling, switches, routers
• 18+ months of experience in a data center or critical environment or in similar technical roles such as computer hardware repair, infrastructure cabling, network deployment, or data center operations
• 18+ months of experience with network cabling, optic types, and test equipment (VFL, power meter, OTDR, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a data center or other critical environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional or military experience in an IT‑related field (e.g., computer science, network engineering, etc.)
• Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA)
• Behavioral interviewing and hiring experience
• Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends

Amazon does not sponsor for immigration, including H-1B, TN, and other non‑immigrant visas, for this role. 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 or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and optional supplemental life plans), EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NV, SPARKS - 30.00 - 54.00 USD hourly

Company: Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Job ID: A3168372