The Chief Engineer directs, trains and supports EOT’s in their role of providing hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operations. Implementation and execution of site/equipment-specific training exercises is also expected. This equipment includes, but is not limited to, stand-by diesel generators, switchgear, UPS’s, PDU’s, AHU’s, chillers, cooling towers, chemical treatment systems, pumps, motors, VFD’s, and building automation systems.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. 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 — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Effective May 15, 2017, 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)
Key job responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center.
Operate independently with limited direct management
Act as an escalation point for all facilities-related issues within the data center, escalating to the Data Center Facility Manager as needed
Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures
Troubleshoot and report of facility and data sever-level events within internal SLA
Create and deploy new standard practices for Engineering Operations Technicians, Chief Engineers, and vendor support teams
Provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians
Ensure all safety procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff
Ensure all security procedures are adhered to by vendor and Amazon staff
Utilize internal CMMS to manage building workflows
Communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience
Using Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, PPT, Word) and other computer programs such as PDF, QUIP, and other dashboards and scheduling tooling.
Instruct others on scheduling, ticketing, and providing mentorship in developing solutions.
Physical Requirements
Walk job sites in uneven terrain
Work at heights and from ladders
Regularly lift and/or move up to 39 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 40 pounds or more
Coordinate body movements when using tools or equipment
Reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance
Bend or twist the body into unusual positions while working
Perform physical tasks all day without becoming overly tired
Use hands to manipulate small wires and objects
Push or pull heavy objects into position
Work in a noisy environment
Work at depths, such as under raised floors
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.
Essential 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
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.
Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings
4+ years of administrative experience including Microsoft Office products
Experience leading technical teams through daily operations, maintenance evolutions, and complex troubleshooting
4+ years of data center experience including industrial electrical and mechanical systems
Associates or higher in engineering field or mechanical or electrical trades
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certifications
Training-lead informal training
Must be able to work in an environment that involves walking, stooping, bending, and climbing to access equipment.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, TX, Andrews - 111,300.00 - 186,100.00 USD annually
