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Engineering Operation Technician

Amazon, Fredericksburg, Virginia, us, 22403

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Job Title: Data Center Engineering Technician

We are looking for a critical guardian of our technological infrastructure. As a Data Center Engineering Technician you will maintain mission‑critical data center equipment and keep the digital world running at 99.999% uptime.

NOTE: Amazon does not sponsor immigration visas, including H‑1B or TN, for this role.

NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.

Key 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 facility and rack‑level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).

Perform rack installs and 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 all work performed complies with established practices, procedures and local legislation.

Work schedule changes depend on 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, perform 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.

Basic Qualifications

1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.

1+ years’ 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 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. 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, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations.

Note: The base pay for this position ranges from $59,600/year to $133,200/year depending on market location. Total compensation, including equity, sign‑on payments and benefits, is competitive and commensurate with experience.

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