Infrastructure Delivery Rack Migration Technician, Global Data Center Operations (GDCO)
Transform network infrastructure by joining our dynamic team! You'll be at the forefront of developing innovative solutions that drive network stability and scalability, using your technical expertise to create automated systems that power global technological advancement. Network Install Technicians will collaborate with cross-functional teams, troubleshoot complex technical scenarios, and implement strategic solutions that keep our network running seamlessly. Expect to engage in hands-on technical work that requires creativity, precision, and a passion for technological innovation.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain.
About the role
As an Infrastructure Delivery Rack Migration Technician, you will be responsible for moving and implementing large enterprise equipment, installing fiber and copper cabling, and patching cabling between equipment. You will ensure proper safety and security standards are maintained during cabling and rack installation, follow well-established hardware installation procedures, and perform break-fix activities. This role requires safe use of material handling tools and equipment, and travel within and outside of the regional work area. You must have a reliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license, as company transportation will not be provided.
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. You may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Responsibilities
- Moving and implementing large enterprise equipment
- Installing fiber and copper cabling and patching cabling between equipment
- Ensuring proper safety and security standards are maintained during cabling and rack installation
- Following well-established hardware installation procedures and break-fix activities
- Safely using material handling tools and equipment
- Traveling within and outside of the regional work area as required
Requirements
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
- Must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs
Physical Requirements
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds
- Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed
- Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments
- Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing, and walking for up to 8+ hours a day
- Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- 1+ years of computer networking experience
- 1+ years of Linux operating systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience in computer networking
- Experience working with Linux operating systems
- Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds
- Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair
Preferred Qualifications
- Can work in cramped spaces or in elevated locations while adhering to health & safety guidelines
- Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure
- Experience managing work and priorities through a ticketing system
- Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
- Experience working in a data center environment (racking and stacking gear, cable management, hot/cold aisle containment)
About The Team
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating—that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Pay
USA, OR, Hermiston - 30.00 - 54.00 USD hourly
Benefits
- Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and option for Supplemental life plans)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
- Medical Advice Line
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off and parental leave
NOTE: PDX is an AWS GovCloud region. As required by our contracts with the federal government, effective February 24, 2026, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).
NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.