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Engineering Operations Technician

Amazon, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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About the role

As a Data Center Engineering Technician, you will maintain the heartbeat of mission‑critical technology infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations that power global digital experiences. You will support the AWS Data Center’s stand‑by diesel generators, fuel systems, three‑phase electrical systems, and mechanical equipment such as chillers, cooling towers, and air handlers. 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 (PM), 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 all work performed follows established practices, procedures, and local legislation Work schedule changes depending 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

Willingness and demonstrated ability to work in the following physical conditions with reasonable accommodations: 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 provided 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 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 Basic qualifications

2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience 2+ years of electrical and mechanical experience Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends Preferred qualifications

Experience working in a data center or mission‑critical facility (e.g., hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.) Associate or higher education in a related field Experience with reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings Important notes

NOTE: Amazon does not sponsor for immigration, including for H‑1B, TN, and other non‑immigrant visas, for this role. NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position. Equal opportunity & accommodations

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. Posted:

November 4, 2025 (Updated 21 minutes ago)

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