Data Center Chief Engineer, Data Center Eng Ops

Job ID: ******* | Amazon Data Services, Inc.How would you like to be a part of Earth's most customer-centric company?You would work with teams of front-line responders who support the operations of some of the world's most powerful data centers.Our Data Center Engineering Operations team maintain and operate our critical infrastructure systems so that they are prepared to stand up against any situation.has the world's largest cloud computing portfolio.As an Amazonian you will work in some of the most sophisticated, safe, and secure data centers in the world.Our Chief Engineers help keep them that way by working with the brightest minds from around the globe to test and implement the newest technology and work practices to meet the demands of a changing market.We have a passion for learning and evolving, it's how we have helped define ourselves as leaders in the industry.Let's work hard, have fun, and make historyKey Job ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues.Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures, and troubleshoot facility within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians and work with Facility Manager to set team culture.Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams.Assist in the build-out of new facilities and projects to increase current facility efficiency.Work outside of normal business hours for routine maintenance as required, including responding to out-of-hours emergency calls.Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience.Work with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff.Establish building performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and other basic administrative tools to perform day-to-day tasks.Physical RequirementsWillingness and demonstrated ability to work in the following physical conditions with reasonable accommodations: 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.A Day in the LifeThis role acts as Amazon's front line when it comes to hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting.They maintain, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical data center facility equipment including electrical support equipment that supports servers that must maintain better than ******% uptime.Equipment includes stand-by diesel generators and related fuel systems, 3-phase electrical systems such as switchgear, UPS units, PDUs, 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 such as fire/life safety, building automation systems, and general facilities equipment are also within scope.The CE directs, trains and supports technicians in their role of providing hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operations.Implementation and execution of site-equipment-specific training exercises is expected.Projects from conception to completion involve independent work and collaboration with external support groups including engineering, automation, processing, and finance.Basic Qualifications3+ years of relevant technical position, or 2+ years of professional or military experience.3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.3+ years of data center or mission-critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military facility, public-safety facility).Preferred Qualifications4+ years of data center engineering experience.Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree.Experience in team leadership.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.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, please visit for more information.If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.The base pay for this position ranges from $83,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market.Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Amazon is a total compensation company.Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.For more information, please visit .This position will remain posted until filled.Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.Posted: November 9, **** (Updated about 5 hours ago)#J-*****-Ljbffr