Mechanical Technician, Data Center Engineering and Operations
Core
Ensuring operation and maintenance of cooling and mechanical/electrical/controls equipment in data centers to support mission-critical servers with 99.999% uptime.
Role type
Mechanical Technician, Data Center Engineering and Operations
Builds
AWS global infrastructure (data centers, servers, storage, networking, power, cooling) (via careerplan.io/jobs/10428948-mechanical-technician-data-center-engineering-and-operations-at-amazon)
Domain
Cloud computing infrastructure / Data Center Operations
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
mechanical equipment troubleshooting, preventative maintenance planning, root cause analysis, risk assessment, EAM system management, ticketing systems, pump maintenance, legionella testing, filter changes, tank inspections, first-level troubleshooting, spare parts management, contractor supervision
Preferred skills
cooling systems expertise (AHUs, CRAHUs, HVAC, generators, industrial water systems), troubleshooting fundamentals, relevant certifications, mechanical engineering degree
Technologies
Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Handling Units, pumps, industrial water systems, EAM systems
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver preventative maintenance across data center sites; conduct root cause analysis on failures; mentor site Engineering Operations Technicians; supervise contractors performing maintenance; perform maintenance tasks including filter changes, tank inspections, legionella testing, and pump maintenance; perform first-level troubleshooting; develop risk assessments and method statements; take daily operational readings; manage EAM for assigned assets; update maintenance reports and planners.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC