Onsite Data Center Technician — Hardware & Systems

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

Job summary

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team maintains state-of-the-art data center hardware and servers, performing installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting. You will handle complex components, networks, and storage, often with physical work and collaboration across teams to meet priorities.

This role is 100% onsite. The AI and Infrastructure team powers Google's scale with peak performance, reliability, and efficiency, including TPUs and cloud

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting OS, server hardware or networking protocols.
• Ability to perform component-level repairs on IT equipment.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours, including weekends and nights.
• Willingness to travel to support business priorities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects.
• Troubleshoot equipment and follow procedures to resolve issues.
• Maintain data security and integrity per Google standards.
• Disassemble and replace end-of-life equipment in teams.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on hardware and servers.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Travel availability

Shift work

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Google IT Support Certificate

Tools

Networking protocols

IT equipment repair

Job description

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team maintains state-of-the-art data center hardware and servers, performing installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting. You will handle complex components, networks, and storage, often with physical work and collaboration across teams to meet priorities.

This role is 100% onsite. The AI and Infrastructure team powers Google's scale with peak performance, reliability, and efficiency, including TPUs and cloud