Data Center Operation Technician

Job ID: 2858325 | Amazon Corporate Services Pty Ltd
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure.
In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running.
We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on.
We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.
You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.
And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
The Infrastructure Operations team is looking for Data Centre Technicians to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team.
Data Centre Technicians are the primary resolver, troubleshooter, and solve a range of data centre infrastructure issues including, but not limited to: hardware, fiber, networking, and related problems.
If you like to use IT principles like computer architecture and the Open Systems Interconnection Model (OSI model) and apply them to finding solutions to problems, we'd like to meet you.
Your work will help to maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures.
Key job responsibilitiesYou will be required to engage in physical data centre activities with or without reasonable accommodation.
This includes all tasks associated with planning and tracking capacity, rack deployment, rack cabling, hardware and software troubleshooting, and rack decommissioning.
Some of the key responsibilities you will undertake are:
Problem Solving:Maintain a high level of system reliability by prioritising and resolving trouble tickets efficientlyEscalation point and technical troubleshooter for all Systems and problemsDeep diving into Linux server issuesXEN service virtualization troubleshootingTechnical:Troubleshoot technical issues on various platforms ranging from Systems through to Power/MechanicalRemediation of physical layer outages, both Systems & NetworkRemediation or recovery of physical power issues on racksParticipate in Data centre power & cooling eventsOperations:Meet 24x7 On-Call requirements and response during shift rotations.Install & configure racks of hosts in line with internal SLAsTriage & resolve trouble tickets for all devices in your regionData centre point of contact for all High Severity issuesPhysical replacement of server and network device partsEnsure correct rotation of parts & sparesHelp define metrics to increase our customer uptimeEnforcing Amazons Security Best PracticesInteract with third party vendors & contractorsContribute ideas to improve operational efficiencyProject Management:Participate in and deliver on a number of high impact small to mid-scale projectsParticipate in team meetings for metric analysis and project status updatesHelp build the world's largest Cloud infrastructureHiring & Mentoring:Contribute towards building a great team by getting involved in the Amazon hiring process/candidate interviewsShare knowledge and help educate less technical staff on the best practices related to all service owner issuesThis position also has a physical component requiring the ability to lift & rack equipment up to 20 kg; it may require working in cramped spaces or in elevated locations while adhering to health & safety guidelines.
This role involves covering 24x7 shift rotation.
Hold or be able to attain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance (see link)
About the teamWe are experiencing rapid growth, therefore your onboarding will be dynamic in nature, where you will gain diverse experience working in new and established AWS data centre's.
These future Amazonians will rotate through various AWS locations to complete training as part of their onboarding to prepare for deployment in a data centre region.
This training will be completed over a duration of 6-12 months.
Once training is completed, individuals will be relocated to the permanent location.
About AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences.
Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.
If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform.
We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious.
Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences.
Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career GrowthWe're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer.
That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS2+ years of experience with server hardware1+ years of experience with UNIX/Linux operating systemsServer Hardware Troubleshooting experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent professional or military experienceHands-on experience with one or more of the follow hardware platforms (e.g.
Dell, HP) is a plus.Previous experience working in a Data centre environment (racking & stacking gear, cable management, hot & cold aisle containmentCandidates must possess a valid drivers license and their own vehicle to travel between sites.Acknowledgement of country:In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.
We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.
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Posted: September 13, 2024 (Updated 3 days ago)
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