The ideal candidate will possess the ability to assist in the design, develop, and deployment of innovative solutions to address operational challenges. This role requires both independent contribution as well as the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team. The scope of projects will include but is not limited to the improvement of electrical, mechanical, fire detection, structural, and building automation systems through NDT efforts and innovations. A fundamental understanding of these systems is required, as the individual will be expected to identify areas for improvement as well as act on data provided from other teams and organizations.

If you are passionate about the Customer Experience; you think and act globally; and you want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers, then this may be a challenge for you! Those with critical data center environment experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

As the Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Technician, you are expected to support medium sized projects from conception to completion. These will involve large amounts of independent work as well as collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. In the NDT Tech role, you are expected to delight the customer by building trust, delivering on key milestones, and acting as a good steward by overseeing the procurement and upkeep of fleet vehicles, equipment, and tools.

Above all else, you will drive a culture of safety and security while maintaining a focus on availability, and learning and being curious in developing and building yourself and you're understanding further.

NOTE: PDX is an AWS GovCloud region. As required by our contracts with the federal government, effective February 24, 2026, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).

Key job responsibilities
• Apply nondestructive testing techniques to install, maintain, and troubleshoot all data center critical systems including: power distribution, mechanical, plumbing, building automation, and structural.
• Act as an ambassador for safety for the team and site
• Remain cognizant of and act in compliance with all security protocols
• Interact with engineers, technicians, project managers and management on a daily basis
• Work with engineers to develop detailed and creative solutions to complex problems, while keeping a watchful eye on timelines and costs
• Ensure consistency in deployed configurations and track exceptions for follow up
• Execute predictive and preventive maintenance programs
• Provide support for LSE, weather events, and planned, and unplanned outages
• Document detailed, complete and legible descriptions of all repair operations performed
• Accurately record time, expenses, and mileage
• Ability to travel on occasion in an assigned region, and/or work overtime, weekends for emergency support.

Physical Requirements:
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Protective Glasses, Protective Gloves, and Protective Footwear as required.
• Walk job sites in uneven terrain.
• Work at heights and from ladders.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
• Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment.
• Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
• Bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working.
• Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired.
• Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects.
• Push or pull heavy objects into position.
• Work in a noisy environment.
• Work at depths, such as under raised floors.
• Per ASNT/ISO requirements Must be able to pass a near vision acuity test with one or both eyes, either corrected or uncorrected, and must be able to pass a color contrast differentiation exam.

A day in the life

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a place where builders can build. We invent and innovate to improve the experience for our customers and their data needs. AWS is growing rapidly and we are seeking a Nondestructive Testing (NDT) technician to join the Operations Services team. The team maintains critical equipment in support of providing best in class availability for our data center customers. The NDT Tech will work closely with both internal customers, external vendors as well as coordinate regional resources to facilitate smooth work execution. You will perform and support nondestructive testing operations of data center critical systems, to include power distribution, mechanical, plumbing, building automation, structural, and other equipment that supports the critical operation.

To be successful in this role you should be highly autonomous, detail oriented, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, strong computer literacy, and have significant experience in supporting critical infrastructure. You will design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions to address operational challenges. This role will showcase your independent contribution as well as offer the opportunity to work within multi-disciplinary teams. If you are passionate about the customer experience, you think and act globally, and you want to contribute to the operational excellence of AWS data centers, then this is the challenge you've been looking for!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 2+ years of data center or mission critical facilities (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) experience

- Associate's degree in related field

- 2+ years of relevant work experience in any Non-Destructive Testing Discipline

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Can demonstrate strong attention to safety and ability to follow detailed procedures

- Understanding of basic physical concepts, to include: optics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and material science

- Hold a ASNT level II in a Non-Destructive Testing Discipline

- Project management skills, verbal and written communication skills, vendor relationship management skills

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, OR, Umatilla - 37.00 - 65.00 USD hourly