Data Center Technician, Day Shift

This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.

• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and exert yourself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
• Must work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Completion of the online Google IT Support Professional Certificate program.
• Two years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role (e.g., Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk Technician, etc.).
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges, and adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.

Google isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team monitors the state‑of‑the‑art physical infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As an Operations Technician you will install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain hardware (such as servers and components) and server software (such as Google's Linux cluster). You will also configure more complex components such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking protocols.

You will 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 be physically demanding, you will be excited to work with cutting‑edge infrastructure.

The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.

We drive groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting‑edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware, our teams shape the future of world‑leading hyperscale computing, working on TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and more.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $86,000 - $119,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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• 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, 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) 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.

Google is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law.

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