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Data Center Technician, Global Server Operations

Data Center Technician, Global Server Operations

1 Week ago • 2 Years + • Administrative

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Job Description

The Data Center Technician role at Google involves installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining server hardware and software within a data center environment. Responsibilities include component-level repairs, network configuration (routers, switches, etc.), participation in project teams, and developing contingency plans. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to work non-standard hours. Successful candidates will need to obtain TS NV1 clearance. The work involves manual tasks like rack installation and troubleshooting various infrastructure components. It's a physically demanding role within a cutting-edge technology setting, requiring collaboration and adaptation to a dynamic environment.

Must have:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
2 years experience diagnosing/troubleshooting OS, hardware, or networking
Component-level IT equipment repair experience
Ability to lift 50lbs and work physically demanding hours
Ability to work non-standard hours and shifts
TS NV1 clearance (Australia)

Good to have:

Google IT Support Professional Certification
Data center/network operations center experience
Team collaboration and problem-solving skills
Adaptability to dynamic work environments

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols.
Experience with performing component-level repairs on IT equipment.
Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and ability to exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, holidays and on shift-based schedule as required.

Preferred qualifications:

Certification in the online Google IT Support Professional program.
Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges.
Ability to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.

About the job

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is responsible for monitoring the state-of-the-art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster). You'll also take on the configuration of more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer technology.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain TS NV1 clearance under the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

Responsibilities

Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward issues with equipment or infrastructure as they arise, and applying the resources needed to resolve identified issues.
Maintain the security and integrity of data, track various forms of media to check for standard data security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) handled in accordance with Google security standards.
Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end-of-life via part replacement or maintenance, in a team setting.
Repair, fix, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or infrastructure based on identified issues with defined solutions and limited guidance.

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