Google

Data Center Technician II

Google$78K — $111K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
  • Experience diagnosing operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
  • Ability to lift/move 50lb of equipment and work physically demanding shifts.
  • Availability to work non-standard hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across various projects.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise.
  • Maintain data security and integrity, ensuring compliance with Google standards.
  • Disassemble and replace parts of equipment that have reached end-of-life.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on servers and other infrastructure.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous retirement plan options and employer contribution.
  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
  • Access to professional development resources and training programs.
Full Job Description
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Minimum qualifications:
  • Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
  • 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 ability to exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
  • Must have the ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • Completion of the online Google IT Support Professional Certificate program.
  • 2 years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols.
  • Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role (e.g., Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk Technician, etc).
  • Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
  • Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome issues, and to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.


About the job
As an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $78000 - $111000 (USD) 15% bonus target bonus equity benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google .

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, and applying the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
  • Maintain the security and integrity of data, track various forms of media to check for standard data security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) handled in accordance with Google security standards.
  • Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance, in a team setting.
  • Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues with defined solutions and limited guidance.


About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
Learn more about Google
Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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