Data Center Technician III

Job description

Minimum qualifications

Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware and server hardware and experience with networking protocols. Experience with assembly of mechanical or electrical systems, or performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment. Ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required. 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.

Preferred qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems. 2 years of experience in troubleshooting hardware and network issues using Linux tools (e.g., LPIC-1, CCNA). Proven experience in maintenance of server and storage systems. Experience working within a data center or network operation center 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. As a Data Center Technician for our Google Cloud region, your duties range from the physical deployment of technology to working closely with various stakeholders.

You will ensure that our goals, missions and projects are successfully delivered, and, more importantly, that they are repeatable across our global array of data centers. A typical day involves movement and installation of equipment, and while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you will work with computer technology to ensure quality and reliability.