In short
As a Rack Lifecycle Tech in AWS Infrastructure Operations, you will be responsible for the physical installation, cabling, and decommissioning of racks within the data center. This hands-on role requires precision in executing structured cabling, power connections, and documentation, ensuring operational readiness and cost-effectiveness for AWS customers. You will work closely with various teams, adhering strictly to SOPs and safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Execute rack installations including physical placement, power connections, grounding, and cable management.
- Perform structured cabling including fiber/copper terminations, patch panel connections, labeling, and dressing.
- Complete OTDR and power testing, validating results against acceptance thresholds.
- Execute work orders and tasks, maintaining accurate status updates in workflow management tools.
- Perform quality checks on completed cabling work, including port map verification and documentation updates.
- Receive, verify, and stage incoming deliveries of rack, cable, optics, and hardware.
- Maintain accurate site inventory records for cables, optics, patch cords, and consumables.
- Complete all required as-built documentation, port maps, test result records, and workflow sign-offs.
- Execute physical decommission activities, including cable removal, power disconnects, 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 disposal.
- Adhere to all site-level SOPs, quality standards, and governance frameworks.
- Complete all required safety training and certifications.
- Support coordination with DCO, DCEO, Network Engineering, and facilities teams.
- Participate in daily stand-ups and pre-work briefings.
- Maintain and develop technical proficiency in structured cabling, fiber optics, and data center infrastructure.
- Proactively seek feedback to improve personal performance and output quality.
- 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.
- Ability to execute structured cabling, rack installation, and decommission activities with precision and to standard.
- Following established SOPs and escalating deviations to your team lead.
- Ensuring every rack is installed correctly, cabled to specification, fully documented, and handed off with zero blockers.
- Adherence to all EHS protocols, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe work practices.
- Accurate use of Rack Lifecycle Team tooling (e.g., Boost, MARS, ALM/DCLM) to record work, track assets, and maintain data integrity.
- Clear communication on task status, blockers, and schedule adherence.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
- Familiarity with rack decommissioning including device wipe, media destruction, and asset recovery procedures.
Benefits
- Inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
- Work-life harmony is valued, striving for flexibility as part of the working culture.
- Access to endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career-advancing resources.
- Opportunity to work on challenging problems in a diverse team environment.
#AWS Infrastructure Services#Rack Lifecycle Team#Data Center#Hardware Installation#Cabling#Decommissioning#IT Operations
Company
Amazon
Job Posted
1 week ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Associate
Locations
Mumbai, India
Qualification
Diploma
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