Data Center Technician

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (servers and components) and server software.
• Configure networks, routers, hubs, bridges and switches and troubleshoot networking protocols.
• Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure across projects or functions.
• Report issues and follow data center procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose straightforward equipment or infrastructure issues, and apply the resources needed to resolve them.
• Maintain security and integrity of data, tracking media to check for standard data security issues.
• Disassemble specific equipment that has reached its end‑of‑life for 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.

• Experience with component‑level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50 lb (23 kg) of equipment and to exert oneself physically over extended periods, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and lifting.
• Must be able to work non‑standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift‑based schedules as required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience (preferred).
• Completion of the Google IT Support Professional Certificate program (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer/server hardware or networking protocols (preferred).
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment (preferred).
• Experience with component‑level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role such as Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk Technician, etc. (preferred).
• Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges, and to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment (preferred).

• US: $78,000 – $111,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.
• Eligibility for equity granted discretely by Alphabet Inc.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.).

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