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- High school or equivalent diploma
- Knowledge of generic mechanical room infrastructure such as chillers, cooler units, and fan controls
- Knowledge of key electrical competencies and theory
- Experience in English-language communication skills, both written and verbal
- Speak, write, and read fluently in Spanish
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a relevant engineering discipline
- Experience in operations of critical facilities which require in-depth knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and control systems and Data Center engineering experience
Join our team and become a critical problem-solver in the world's most innovative cloud infrastructure ecosystem. As a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician, you'll apply your electrical or mechanical expertise to ensure the seamless operation of global cloud systems, directly contributing to the stability of one of the world's largest information system infrastructures.
We are looking for a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team. Data Center Engineering Operations Technician is a hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation responder. If you like to use apply your electrical and mechanical skills to solve problems, we’d like to meet you. Your work will help to maintain one of the world's largest information system infrastructures.
A day in the life
In this role, you'll be the technical guardian of our data center operations, working hands-on with electrical and mechanical equipment that powers our cloud infrastructure. Your day involves taking routine operational readings of critical systems—monitoring temperatures, voltages, and currents across equipment like UPS systems, generators, chillers, and HVAC units. You'll respond to operational events, troubleshooting issues within established service level agreements and collaborating with contractors during preventive maintenance activities. You'll also participate in safety initiatives, identifying and helping remediate potential risks while fostering a strong safety culture across the facility. Your work directly impacts the reliability and performance of our global infrastructure.
Key job responsibilities
Maintain Safety Standards: Follow and uphold the highest safety protocols, actively encourage a strong safety culture, and collaborate with other teams to identify and remediate safety risks and issues.
Perform Operational Monitoring: Conduct routine rounds and take daily operational readings of electrical and mechanical equipment, including UPS systems, switchgear, circuit breakers, automatic transfer switches, diesel generators, chillers, HVAC systems, exhaust fans, variable frequency drives, and transformers.
Troubleshoot Equipment Issues: Diagnose and resolve operational events within established service level agreements, applying your electrical and mechanical knowledge to restore systems to optimal performance.
Coordinate Maintenance Activities: Supervise contractors performing servicing and preventive maintenance on critical facility equipment, ensuring work meets standards and timelines.
Support Facility Operations: Contribute to the overall reliability and efficiency of data center operations through consistent attention to equipment performance and facility needs.
*Please note that this role involves working on a shift rotation that includes working early mornings, nights and weekends. Our sites are often in areas without public transportation links and would require access to your own transportation to the work location.
Online application
Assessments
Online test · Not every role
Role-specific online assessments where the role requires them.
Phone screening
Phone call · Not every role
If you meet the basic qualifications you may be asked to complete a phone screening.
Interview loop
With current employees
Individual interviews with current employees, each assessing different aspects of your skills and experience; in person or remote.
Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.
About the team
We are an Infrastructure Operations team dedicated to maintaining the backbone of cloud technology. Our mission is to ensure that the systems supporting millions of users operate reliably and efficiently. We work collaboratively across multiple disciplines—electrical, mechanical, and control systems—to solve complex operational challenges. You'll join a group of skilled technicians and engineers who are committed to continuous improvement and safety excellence. Together, we're building the foundation for innovation, and your contributions will help us achieve our vision of world-class facility operations. We serve internal teams and customers globally who depend on our infrastructure to power their businesses.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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