Data Center Technician at Amazon — Boardman, Oregon | Racks & RowsData Center Technician
Amazon·Boardman, Oregon
Full-time
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About This Role
Join our dynamic AWS team and become a critical guardian of global cloud
infrastructure! You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of the
world's most innovative technology platform, ensuring seamless data center
operations that power millions of businesses and services worldwide.
Data Center Technicians should be willing to work both independently and with a
team. Work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and
the ability to react quickly are critical to success. In addition to hardware
and network repair, candidates will install equipment, create documentation,
innovate solutions, and fix problems within the data center space. This team
works in an environment that operates 24/7. Traveling within and outside of the
regional work area is required.
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.
NOTE: DX 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).
NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for
Performing server rack installations, hardware break-fix on various components,
troubleshooting network issues, and responding to operational incidents that
impact service availability, escalating to senior technicians and management as
Serving as a primary contact point for both internal and external stakeholders,
including engineers, software developers, vendors, and contractors
Performing on-call duties and participating in scheduled maintenance and change
Contributing to documentation and process improvement initiatives based on your
analysis of operational issues
Helping to train and onboard new team members
Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for
Working in cramped and/or elevated locations
Bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching
Standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without
Work in a noisy environment
Work shifts longer than 8 hours to support 24/7 operations (covering both night
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may
be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to
established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully
Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or
until assigned facility is operational
Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50
miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
As a Data Center Technician professional, you have industry-leading technical
abilities and demonstrate a breadth of knowledge while you:
Take ownership of technical issues brought by their customer base, engaging
other teams when needed to drive resolution
Solve problems at their root and step back to understand the broader context
Maintain service level agreements through the implementation of proactive issue
You will be required to work shift work that will include
days/nights/weekends/holidays. Traveling within and outside of the regional work
area is required. You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle
and valid driver's license to travel within the regional work area, as company
transportation will not be provided.
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.
AWS 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.
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored
affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what
makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams.
Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and
passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’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 Qualifications: - 1+ years of computer/server hardware
troubleshooting or related IT experience
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- High school or equivalent diploma Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of
network design, protocols and Layer 1/2 troubleshooting
- Associate's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Networking
Engineering), or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science,
- Experience in a data center or other critical environment
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our
customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or
adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the
interview or onboarding process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations
[https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations] for more
information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please
contact your Recruiting Partner.
Required Skills
Server Hardware TroubleshootingNetwork TroubleshootingHardware Break-fixServer Rack InstallationIncident ResponseDocumentationChange ManagementTicketing SystemsLayer 1/2 TroubleshootingNetwork DesignNetwork ProtocolsOnboarding
