Overnight Data Center Technician

Google LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC in Kansas City is seeking a Data Center Technician for third shift to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain data center hardware and servers, including network components. You'll work on-stack deployments and contribute to ongoing reliability.

This role requires physical work, the ability to lift 50 lb, non-standard hours, and travel as needed. The team emphasizes operating efficiency, security, and collaboration across teams in a cutting-edge data center environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience diagnosing OS, server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift 50 lb and perform physically demanding work across shifts.
• Must be available for non-standard hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise.
• Maintain the security and integrity of data, per Google security standards.
• Disassemble equipment reaching end-of-life in a team setting.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and infrastructure.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

OS troubleshooting

Networking protocols

Lifting heavy equipment

Shift work availability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Google IT Support Professional Certificate

Tools

Component repair

Server hardware

Networking gear

Job description

Google LLC in Kansas City is seeking a Data Center Technician for third shift to install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain data center hardware and servers, including network components. You'll work on-stack deployments and contribute to ongoing reliability.

This role requires physical work, the ability to lift 50 lb, non-standard hours, and travel as needed. The team emphasizes operating efficiency, security, and collaboration across teams in a cutting-edge data center environment.