Onsite Data Center Hardware Technician III

Google LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Data Center Technician III, Hardware Operations to install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain data center hardware and server software. The role requires on-site work, lifting heavy equipment, and willingness to work non-standard hours and travel as needed.

The team maintains cutting-edge infrastructure behind Google's services, with ample opportunity to lead small projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware and server hardware.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and work physically over extended periods, including bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting.
• Must be able to work non-standard hours including weekends, nights, holidays, and shift-based schedules.
• Must be available to travel to support business priorities as required.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across teams.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues with equipment or infrastructure.
• Maintain data security and integrity, track media for non-standard data security issues per Google standards.
• Disassemble equipment at end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, or infrastructure with multiple solutions, independently.

Skills

Component-level repair

Server hardware

OS troubleshooting

Networking protocols

Physical stamina

Shift work

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Linux

Job description

Google LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Data Center Technician III, Hardware Operations to install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain data center hardware and server software. The role requires on-site work, lifting heavy equipment, and willingness to work non-standard hours and travel as needed.

The team maintains cutting-edge infrastructure behind Google's services, with ample opportunity to lead small projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.