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.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
SAFETY
Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture. As a facility owner team member, ensure remediation of safety risks/issues in conjunction with other teams. Own safety initiatives and projects to foster strong safety culture.
Lead by example in implementing and maintaining AWS safety protocols
Respond to emergency situations and coordinate with emergency services as needed
ENGINEERING & FACILITY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
Operational hands on experience, and deep knowledge with electrical, mechanical, fire protection and control systems, including Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS’s), Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS's), Diesel Generators, Chillers, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC), Water treatment systems, Static Transfer Switch (STS), Exhaust Fans, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), Fire Systems and Transformers.
Operate, monitor, and maintain fire detection and suppression systems including pre-action systems, VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus), and other fire protection equipment
Draft, review and publish Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP) and Method of Procedures (MOP) for in -house activities.
Review vendor documentation for preventative maintenance (e.g. RAMS – Risk Assessment Method of Statement)
Perform routine inspections and testing of fire alarm panels, smoke detectors, and suppression systems in accordance with AWS standards and local regulations
Troubleshoot and resolve straightforward electro-mechanical problems; and collaborates with the engineering team, within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log-taking (temperatures, voltages, currents, etc.)
Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance activities on critical infrastructure
Execute equipment repairs, replacements, and facility modifications in accordance with AWS standards guidelines.
Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, equipment performance, and system configurations
Collaborate with internal AWS teams on capacity planning and infrastructure improvements
Supervise contractors who perform servicing or preventive maintenance
Respond to alarms and perform emergency troubleshooting and repairs
Execute and plan work assignments, using maintenance and change management documents, and by reviewing outstanding action items with your Facility Manager and/or Chief Engineer.
Take action to make improvements based on operating experience, assist in the creation of process improvement plans, and provide process improvement feedback to site leadership
Manual handling and lifting of equipment may be required (weight limits in accordance with health & safety regulations)
SHIFT WORK
This is a shift-based position hence availability to work rotating shifts is required for this position.
The applicable collective agreement for this role is CBA for employees of Telecommunication Sector . The position is classified at level 6 or above, depending on the candidate’s skills, competences and experience.
A day in the life
Why AWS?
Diverse Experiences
Amazon 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.
Why AWS
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.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
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.
Speak, write, and read fluently in English
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Several years of hands-on experience with critical facility operations and maintenance
Professional or formal Electrical Certification or Apprentice/trades certified or diploma in an Electrical field
Demonstrate advanced electrical competencies (Practice & Theory) and strong knowledge of mechanical systems (Mechanical, HVAC systems, Controls)
Knowledge of fire detection and suppression systems
Driving license valid in Italy (required for shift-based schedule)
Experience leading cross-functional projects and implementing strategic initiatives
Data Center/mission critical engineering experience
Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and monitoring platforms
Hands-on experience with fire protection systems including pre-action, VESDA, and gaseous suppression systems
Experience performing direct maintenance and repairs on critical infrastructure equipment
Experience working in shift-based operations environments
Willing to travel between data center sites, and internationally if required
Demonstrated experience mentoring or training technical staff
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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 minimum gross base salary for this position is listed below. The base salary listed corresponds to working on a full-time basis. For part-time hours, the salary will be pro-rated.
Amazon reserves the right to offer a higher salary and/or level, depending on the candidate's skills, competencies, and experience. Amazon's package may include a sign on payment. In addition, the candidate may be eligible to participate in a restricted stock unit scheme operated independently by Amazon.com Inc. in USA. Your recruiting team will share final salary and any restricted stock unit scheme if applicable, depending on skills and requirements.
In addition to statutory benefits, and those applicable to the relevant CBA, company supplementary benefits may apply subject to further terms.
See below the minimum gross base salary for this position
Milan, ITA - 34,800.00 EUR Annually
