Onsite Data Center Technician — Hardware & Networking

Google LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Google's Hardware Operations team in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an Operations Technician to install, configure, test and maintain servers and related hardware and software. This onsite role emphasizes hands-on rack installation, component-level repairs and network configuration in a cutting-edge data-center environment.

You'll work non-standard hours, travel as needed and participate in small project teams while ensuring reliable, secure infrastructure and adherence to Google standards.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to perform component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment.
• Ability to work non-standard hours and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects.
• Troubleshoot equipment or infrastructure and apply resources to resolve issues.
• Maintain data security and integrity per Google standards.
• Disassemble end-of-life equipment with team.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on hardware and servers.

Skills

OS/Hardware troubleshooting

Server hardware handling

Networking protocols

Physical stamina

On-call / non-standard hours

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Google IT Support Professional Certificate

Tools

Networking equipment

Job description

Google's Hardware Operations team in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an Operations Technician to install, configure, test and maintain servers and related hardware and software. This onsite role emphasizes hands-on rack installation, component-level repairs and network configuration in a cutting-edge data-center environment.

You'll work non-standard hours, travel as needed and participate in small project teams while ensuring reliable, secure infrastructure and adherence to Google standards.