Data Center Technician ll, Hardware Operations
Listed on 2026-06-21
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IT/Tech
IT Support, Network Administrator, Hardware Engineer, Technical Support
Data Center Technician ll, Hardware Operations
Corporate fare:
Google
Place:
Moncks Corner, SC, USA
Early experience completing work as directed, and collaborating with teammates; developing knowledge of relevant concepts and processes.
Minimum qualifications:- 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 to exert oneself physically over extended periods of time, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
- Must have the ability to work non-standard hours, including working 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.
- 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 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 issues, and to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.
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 will install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain hardware (like servers and their components) and server software (like Google’s Linux cluster). You will also handle the configuration of 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 sometimes be physically demanding, you will be excited to work with infrastructure that is at the cutting edge of computer technology.
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’re the driving force behind Google’s 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 are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $78,000 - $111,000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits.
Learn more about benefits at Google.
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 apply 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,…
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