Data Center Operation Technician

Role summary

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A Data Center Operations Technician maintains and supports Amazon’s data center facilities and IT infrastructure. Typical requirements include a technical diploma or equivalent experience, basic knowledge of servers, networking, hardware troubleshooting, Linux or Windows systems, and safe working practices. The role may involve installing and replacing equipment, responding to alarms, documenting maintenance, following standard operating procedures, and working on rotating shifts, including nights or weekends. Candidates are expected to be reliable, safety-conscious, physically capable of lifting equipment, comfortable working in a controlled technical environment, and able to communicate clearly while working independently or as part of a team.

About the employer

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in the United States. Its businesses include online retail, logistics, digital entertainment, advertising, consumer devices, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world’s largest cloud-computing platforms. Amazon operates data centers and other infrastructure across Australia to support customers, businesses, and public-sector organizations. The company is known for large-scale operations, automation, customer focus, and a strong emphasis on workplace safety and measurable performance. Employees often work in fast-moving environments where standard procedures, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving are important. In Australia, Amazon employs people across technology, operations, logistics, corporate services, and cloud infrastructure. Benefits and conditions vary by location, employment type, shift pattern, and applicable Australian workplace laws.