Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Technology

DataCenterEngineeringOperationsAreaManager

$129–193k Hermiston, Oregon, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Data Center Engineering Operations Area Manager at Amazon Data Services, Inc.. Skills: Data center operations, People management, Risk management, Infrastructure maintenance. Manage shift technicians. Manage senior shift technicians”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver highest standards for safety; Deliver highest standards for security; Provide infinite capacity at lowest cost; Meet customer demands

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Problem solving; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

U. S. Citizens only for GovCloud, Logical access restricted for GovCloud

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years people management, 3+ years team development, Experience maintaining SLAs, Experience operating mission-critical team, High school or equivalent, Knowledge of electrical systems, Knowledge of mechanical systems

Nice to Have

5+ years management position, 5+ years direct reports, 5+ years data centers, Experience in root cause analysis, Experience in troubleshooting, Experience in problem solving, Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor's degree in related field

What You'll Do.

Manage shift technicians

Manage senior shift technicians

Manage sub-contractors

Ensure work compliance

Manage availability zone

Participate in strategic planning

Conduct financial analysis

Contribute to financial decisions

Oversee facility infrastructure build out

Participate in recruiting

Execute vision for team

Execute goals for department

Conduct Project Management

Develop project plans

Monitor accomplishments

Contribute to project plan development

Set priorities to meet goals

Drive accountability for results

Inform others of performance information

Establish performance benchmarks

Prepare reports on operations

Optimize plant safety

Optimize plant performance

Optimize plant reliability

Optimize plant efficiency

Operate critical systems

Manage critical systems

Assist in design of new facilities

Assist in build out of new facilities

Assist in projects to increase efficiency

Manage asset inventory

Deliver quality service

Ensure customer demands are met

Manage data center engineering operations

Perform corrective maintenance

Perform preventative maintenance

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration; Work with IT managers; Work with business leaders

Communication Scope

Reporting

Process & Methodology

Project Management, Project plans

Full Job Description

AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) 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. NOTE: PDX is an AWS GovCloud region. As required by our contracts with the federal government, effective February 24, 2026, 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 Responsible for the on-site management of shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices and procedures. - Has primary responsibility for availability zone of Data Centers - Participates in strategic planning projects. - Conducts financial analysis and contributes to financial decisions. - Typically manages 5 or more direct reports, manager of managers. - Negotiates and rolls out contracts and space. - May oversee the build out of Facility-specific infrastructure in existing locations. - Participates in recruiting efforts. - Is active in the training and/or development of others.

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