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ID - Rack Lifecycle Tech , Rack Lifecycle Team

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In short

AWS Infrastructure Services seeks a detail-oriented Rack Lifecycle Tech for their Maharashtra data center. This hands-on role involves the physical installation, cabling, and decommissioning of racks, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to AWS standards. The position requires strong technical skills in computer hardware and networking, with a focus on precision execution and documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Execute rack installations, including physical placement, power connections, grounding, and cable management per AWS standards.
  • Perform structured cabling, including fiber/copper terminations, patch panel connections, labeling, and dressing to specification.
  • Complete OTDR and power testing, validating results against acceptance thresholds.
  • Execute work orders and tasks assigned by the Rack Lifecycle Team Manager, maintaining accurate status updates in workflow management tools.
  • Perform quality checks on completed cabling work, including port map verification and label accuracy.
  • Identify and escalate issues, blockers, or deviations from SOPs.
  • Support deployment wave readiness by participating in pre-work site walks and material staging.
  • Receive, verify, and stage incoming rack, cable, optics, and hardware deliveries.
  • Maintain accurate site inventory records for cables, optics, patch cords, and consumables.
  • Support cycle count activities and assist in identifying inventory shortfalls.
  • Complete all required as-built documentation, port maps, test result records, and workflow sign-offs.
  • Update CMDB/DCIM and IPAM records accurately.
  • Execute physical decommission activities per assigned MOPs, including cable removal and asset de-tagging.
  • Perform device wipe and media destruction in compliance with AWS policies.
  • Sort, label, and stage recovered assets for RMA, redeployment, or secure disposal.
  • Update DCIM/CMDB, IPAM, and port maps post-decommissioning.
  • Adhere to all site-level SOPs, quality standards, and governance frameworks.
  • Complete all required safety training and certifications.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying recurring quality issues and suggesting process improvements.
  • Use Rack Lifecycle Team tooling (e.g., Boost, MARS, ALM/DCLM) accurately.
  • Support coordination with DCO, DCEO, Network Engineering, and facilities teams.
  • Participate in daily stand-ups and pre-work briefings.
  • Provide accurate, timely updates on task completion and flag risks or delays.
  • Maintain and develop technical proficiency in structured cabling, fiber optics, and rack installation.
  • Complete required certifications and training modules.
  • Proactively seek feedback from leads and managers to improve personal performance.
  • Support the onboarding and training of new team members.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of computer hardware troubleshooting and repair experience.
  • 1+ years of computer networking experience.
  • High school or equivalent diploma.
  • Familiarity with rack decommissioning including device wipe, media destruction, and asset recovery procedures.
  • Ability to execute structured cabling, rack installation, and decommission activities with precision and to standard, following established SOPs.
  • Ability to escalate deviations to team lead and ensure every rack is installed correctly, cabled to specification, fully documented, and handed off with zero blockers.
  • Ability to adhere to all EHS protocols, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe work practices.
  • Ability to maintain accurate status updates in workflow management tools.
  • Ability to update CMDB/DCIM and IPAM records accurately.
  • Ability to complete all required safety training and certifications.
  • Ability to use Rack Lifecycle Team tooling (e.g., Boost, MARS, ALM/DCLM) accurately to record work, track assets, and maintain data integrity.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.

Benefits

  • Inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
  • Work-life harmony is valued, with a strive for flexibility in working culture.
  • Mentorship and career-advancing resources available for professional development.
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Company

Amazon

Job Posted

1 week ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Mumbai, India

Qualification

Diploma

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