Amazon

Data Center Technician

Amazon$62K — $112K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of computer networking experience
  • 1+ years of experience with Linux operating systems
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Experience with hardware troubleshooting and repair
  • Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above

Responsibilities

  • Ensure overall availability and reliability of data center operations
  • Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support
  • Perform in-depth hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and assist with heavier items
  • Travel regionally as required during the initial phase of operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program and mental health support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)
Full Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the launch team for our new Stafford, VA site! You'll be based primarily in Fredericksburg as we scale operations. During the initial phase, which could be several months, travel to Fredericksburg, Louisa, and Manassas may be required to support operational needs and training while the Stafford sites ramp up to full capacity. All candidates must be available to work any of our day or evening shifts throughout the week. Join us as we build a strong team culture and create an exceptional workplace from the ground up!

We are looking for Data Center Technicians to join our rapidly expanding team. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. This position involves in-depth hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair as well as participating in an on-call rotation.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility. The position further requires that, after start, the selected candidate obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph and satisfy other security related requirements. This position requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work.

Key job responsibilities
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
• Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
• Some regional travel may be required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 1+ years of computer networking experience

- 1+ years of Linux operating systems experience

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

- Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair

- Current, active US Government Security Clearance of Top Secret with SCI eligibility or above

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Can work in cramped spaces or in elevated locations while adhering to health & safety guidelines

- Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure

- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system

- Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies

- Experience working in a data center environment (racking and stacking gear, cable management, hot/cold aisle containment)

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 option for 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, VA, Stafford - 30.00 - 54.00 USD hourly

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Amazon Careers

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