Engineering Operations Technician, DCC Communities

Engineering Operations Technician, DCC Communities Join our dynamic team and become a critical guardian of technological infrastructure! As an Engineering Operations Technician, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of mission‑critical technology infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations that power global digital experiences. Your expertise will directly contribute to maintaining an extraordinary 99.999% uptime, keeping the digital world running smoothly and efficiently. Engineering Technicians are Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands‑on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting. They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot Data Center Operation’s Mission Critical Facilities, which includes stand‑by diesel generators and related fuel systems, as well as three‑phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPSs, PDUs, wet‑cell batteries, CRAC, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water chemical systems, air handlers, pumps, and motors. 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. NOTE: Amazon does not sponsor for immigration, including for H‑1B, TN, and other non‑immigrant visas, for this role. NOTE: A lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position. Key Job Responsibilities Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability. Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS). Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack‑level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA). Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA. Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment. Technical writing to support change management program. Monitor daily work requests, manage to resolution, and execute projects from conception to completion. On‑site support of contractors, sub‑contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation. Work schedule changes depend on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12 hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on‑call rotations. Role may support more than one location/site. Physical Requirements Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently. Participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds. Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder. Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position. Work in an environment requiring ear protection. Essential Requirements 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 assigned facility. Basic Qualifications 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience. 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office products. Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of data center engineering experience. Technical (Military/Trade School) training. Associate or higher education in related field. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit Compensation: The base pay for this position ranges from $59,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $133,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Job ID: A3150721 #J-18808-Ljbffr