Data Center Operation Technician

Role summary

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The Data Center Operations Technician maintains and supports Amazon data-center infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, cabling, power systems and environmental controls. Requirements typically include a technical certificate, diploma or equivalent experience in IT, electronics, engineering or a related field; basic understanding of computer hardware, networking and operating systems; and the ability to troubleshoot methodically. Candidates should be comfortable working shifts, including nights, weekends and on-call periods, and performing physical tasks such as lifting equipment and working in restricted areas. Amazon expects strong safety awareness, accurate documentation, effective communication, teamwork and a customer-focused approach. Experience with data centers, hardware repair, structured cabling or Linux is advantageous.

About the employer

Amazon is a global technology and commerce company founded in 1994 and headquartered in Seattle, United States. It operates online retail marketplaces, logistics networks, digital advertising services, entertainment platforms and Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world's leading cloud-computing providers. Amazon employs people across engineering, operations, customer service, corporate functions and data-center infrastructure. In Australia, the company supports retail, logistics and cloud services through offices, fulfillment facilities and AWS data centers. Its workplace culture emphasizes customer focus, ownership, innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Data Center Operations Technicians are part of the infrastructure teams that keep AWS services reliable, secure and available for customers. The role can provide valuable experience in enterprise hardware, cloud infrastructure, technical troubleshooting, safety procedures and large-scale operations.