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Engineering Operations Technician , DCEO

Amazon

Sterling, VA

Full Time

Posted September 3, 2026

$33 - $58/hr

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Job Description

This position serves as a technical resource to support Amazon.com within its owned and operated data centers.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance.
Perform limited maintenance tasks to include: filter changes, battery system PMs, and Rack PDU & Rack ATS replacements.
Assist in performing root cause analysis for operational issues.
Perform first level trouble-shooting for facility and rack level events.
Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology.
Work on-call and a rotating schedule when required.
Take daily operational readings and provide to Senior Engineers for metrics reporting.
Perform basic support concepts such as ticketing systems, root cause analysis, and task prioritization.
Key job responsibilities
Daily building rounds to monitor and record information from electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment to ensure 24/7 reliability and availability
Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Management System (EPMS)
Assist in troubleshooting of facility and rack-level events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Perform rack installs and rack decommissioning within internal SLA
Perform PM, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment
Technical writing to support change management program
Monitor daily work requests and manage to resolution, and execute projects from conception to completion
On-site support of contractors, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices, procedures & local legislation
Work schedule changes depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12 hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule. Some locations have on-call rotations.
Role may support more than one location/site.

Requirements

Walk jobsites in uneven terrain.
Work at heights and from ladders.
Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or craw.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
Carry objects weighing up to 49 pounds for short distances
Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration.
Respond to off hour emergency calls.
Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment
Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds independently
Participate in group lifts for 40+ pounds
Maintain balance and perform construction tasks while on a ladder
Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, climb stairs, twist, bend, work above shoulders, grasp, carry, push and pull objects into position
Work in an environment requiring provided ear protection
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position 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.
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
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
A day in the life
This role acts as Amazon’s front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment preventative maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting, reporting to a site’s Data Center Facility Manager (FM). They will maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3 phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, and wet cell batteries and associated systems. Mechanical equipment includes CRAHU units, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, water systems, air handlers and associated systems, pumps, and motors. Additional support equipment is included in the scope of the role which includes fire/life safety equipment, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment.
1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
Work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
1+ years of electrical facilities maintenance, or 1+ years of mechanical facilities
2+ years of data center engineering experience
Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings
Associate's degree in related field, or technical degree in related field
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits .
USA, VA, STERLING - 32.88 - 57.50 USD hourly