Join Google's Hardware Operations team to manage the cutting-edge physical infrastructure powering our search technology. As an Operations Technician, you will be instrumental in installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining critical hardware, including servers and their components, alongside Google's Linux cluster software. You will also be involved in configuring complex network devices, routers, switches, and protocols.

This role offers the opportunity to lead or participate in small project teams for larger installations and develop robust contingency plans. Your daily activities will involve the physical movement and installation of racks, contributing to the advancement of computer technology. This physically demanding yet rewarding position ensures the quality and reliability of our global data centers.

Deploy and manage new data center infrastructure for projects like machine learning platforms and network architecture.

Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve moderately complex issues with equipment or infrastructure, following established data center procedures and coordinating necessary resources.

Independently diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, and infrastructure, developing solutions for identified problems.

Execute advanced operational procedures, adhering strictly to security policies and processes as part of daily tasks.

Adapt to evolving business needs and operational schedules by working in shift patterns.

Proven experience performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.

Demonstrated ability to diagnose and troubleshoot operating systems, computer hardware, and server hardware.

Familiarity with networking protocols.

Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience, with 4 years of experience in server system maintenance and monitoring.

Experience in performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in similar roles such as Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, or Help Desk Technician is highly valued.

Prior experience working within a data center or network operations center environment is advantageous, as is experience with Linux operating systems.