Work Based Learning Program Data Center Operations Technician - ETP [United States]

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• 18 years or older

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• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work 40 hours/week. Must be able to work 10 hour shifts as needed
• Able to start beginning August 2023-December 2023

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a Data Center Technician to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team as part of our Work-Based Learning Program (WBLP). Amazon has multiple WBLP trainee openings, and will start all technicians the first or third Monday of every month. These trainees will participate in our 12-week work and training program in our Oregon facilities. This includes, but is not limited to: OR (Boardman, Umatilla, Hermiston), given availability.
This position requires the successful candidate report to a site location.

Physical Requirements:

• Walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch. Work at heights and from ladders
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds unassisted; and participate in group lifts for 36 pounds or more
• Must be able to lift loads of up to 49 pounds and carry them for short distances
• Continuously climb and descend stairs safely (applies to sites with stairs)
• Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
• Push or pull heavy objects into position
• Daily travel between sites may be required
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

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 need to relocate for this position.

NOTE: If applying for positions in Oregon (OR) and Ohio (OH), these sites are within AWS GovCloud region. Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).

Key job responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Ensure overall availability and reliability for our customers within our Data Centers
• Install new rack equipment
• Decommission existing racks
• Repair and diagnose broken servers
• Handle computer equipment and parts
• Manage network gear during installation, decommissioning, and repair

In addition, all candidates should be willing to work both independently and with a team. Work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with computer hardware components and operating systems
• Ability to manage work and priorities through a ticketing system and coordination with Manager
• Has taken STEM or vocational course curriculum
• Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role
• Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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