Data Center Technician; Swing Weekend Shifts

Data Center Technician (Swing Weekend Shifts)

Google Reno, NV, USA - 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 operating systems, computer/server hardware, or networking protocols.
• Ability to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and exert oneself physically over extended periods, including frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting.
• Must have the ability to work non‑standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays, and shift‑based schedules as required.
• 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 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) under 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.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Completion of the online Google IT Support Professional Certificate program.
• 2 years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting 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).
• Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
• Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges, and to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.

Google's Hardware Operations team monitors the state‑of‑the‑art physical infrastructure behind Google's search technology. As an Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test, troubleshoot and maintain servers and server software (such as Google's Linux cluster) and 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; the role can be physically demanding but offers the chance to work with cutting‑edge technology.

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 + equity + benefits.

English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated.

Google is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, expecting or parents‑to‑be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.