Data Center Technician, Data Center Operations

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is growing rapidly and is looking for a Data Center Technician to join its expanding Infrastructure Operations team.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a dynamic technology company and a global leader in the data center space. The position will ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels for data center operations. This position includes computer hardware and network diagnostics, as well as physical repair. This position may also include participation in an on-call rotation. All candidates must be able to work independently and in a team. Establishing work priorities, organizational skills, effective communication and the ability to respond quickly are essential to success. In addition to repairing computer equipment and networks, the candidate will install equipment, produce documentation, provide innovative solutions and resolve problems inside the data center. This team works in a 24 / 7 environment.

The successful candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian Personnel Security Clearance to the required level, as a condition of employment.

As set out in the Standard on security screening, the personnel security screening assesses an individual's reliability and loyalty to Canada. It involves :

• the collection of personal information from individuals, with their consent
• information from law enforcement, intelligence agencies and other sources

This process includes a variation of verifications based on the level required. These verifications are conducted through Public Service and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and

can include, but are not limited to :

Key job responsibilities

A day in the life

Starting from your ‘Day One’, we provide an on boarding process and continuous training and growth opportunities. You will work independently and with your colleagues as you gain an understanding of data centers and be at the forefront of this transformational technology. There will be opportunities to expand within the team and the organization as AWS encourages all Amazonians to exceed the expectations of our customers.

About the team

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

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.

Diverse Experiences

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.

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 Culture

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 & 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.

Work / Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Amazon est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances et ne fait aucune discrimination sur la base du statut d'ancien combattant protégé, d'un handicap ou de tout autre statut protégé par la loi.

Notre culture inclusive permet aux Amazoniens d'offrir les meilleurs résultats à nos clients. Si vous avez un handicap et que vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation ou d'adaptation en milieu de travail pendant le processus de candidature et d'embauche, y compris du soutien pour l'entrevue ou le processus d'intégration, veuillez visiter pour plus d'informations. Si le pays ou la région dans lequel vous postulez ne figure pas dans la liste, veuillez communiquer avec votre partenaire de recrutement.

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.