Data Center Quality Technician
Company: Google
Location: Reno
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
info_outline X This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration
sponsorship. Minimum qualifications: Experience with assembly of
mechanical or electrical systems, or performing component-level
repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment. Experience with
diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware
and server hardware. Experience with networking protocols. Ability
to lift/move 50lb (23kg) of equipment and ability to exert yourself
physically over extended periods of time, including frequent
bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and lifting. Must have
the ability to work non-standard hours, including working weekends,
night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules as required.
Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical
experience. 4 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of
server systems. Experience with performing component-level repairs
and troubleshooting on IT equipment or in a similar role (e.g.
Systems Administration, Network Deployment Engineer, Help Desk
Technician, etc). Experience working within a data center or
network operation center environment. Experience with Linux
operating systems. Experience in project management and leadership,
and collaborating and partnering with teams. About the job Google
isn't just a software company. The Hardware Operations team is
responsible for monitoring the state-of-the-art physical
infrastructure behind Google's powerful search technology. As an
Operations Technician, you'll install, configure, test,
troubleshoot and maintain hardware (like servers and its
components) and server software (like Google's Linux cluster).
You'll also manage the configuration of more complex components
such as networks, routers, hubs, bridges, switches and networking
protocols. You'll participate in or lead small project teams on
larger installations and develop project contingency plans. A
typical day involves manual movement and installation of racks, and
while it can sometimes be physically demanding, you are excited to
work with infrastructure that is at the cutting-edge of computer
technology. You install, configure, test and troubleshoot hardware
(servers and components) and server software. You also manually
move and install racks and servers. The Data Center team designs
and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical and HVAC
systems in the world. We are an upbeat, creative, team-oriented
group of engineers committed to building and operating powerful
data centers. The US base salary range for this full-time position
is $95,000-$134,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are
determined by role, level, and location. Within the range,
individual pay is determined by work location and additional
factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant
education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the
specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring
process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US
role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include
bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities Deploy and operate new data center infrastructure
across teams. Report issues and follow data center procedures to
troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues with equipment or
infrastructure as they arise, and applying the resources needed to
resolve identified issues. Maintain the security and integrity of
data, track various forms of media to check for non-standard data
security issues (e.g., data was not properly erased) managed in
accordance with Google security standards. Disassemble specific
equipment that has reached its end-of-life via part replacement or
maintenance, within one or more teams. Repair, fix, and perform
preventative maintenance on equipment, servers, machines, or
infrastructure based on identified issues with multiple solutions,
independently.
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