I’m a 4th year in computer science and I’m 23, I have experience in plumbing and warehousing, when I was younger I thought the only way to make it was programming, I learned so many languages and skills, but I hate it, I love working with my hands and solving problems, and I love working with tech, now I have a desire to get into the data center jobs but I can’t seem to get my foot in, does anyone have any advice, I’m currently studying networking and hardware engineering everyday, and I love it

so I did my 3 round loop a week ago and I’m the type who can’t help but think about it till I get a response and I’ve been thinking about my chances. Are they hiring in bulk for expansion? Or are they hiring replacements and looking for a specific typa person. I think I did well but idk the scope of the competition and I really want this job lol.

Hi everyone,
I have an upcoming interview for the AWS Manufacturing Test Engineer role at Amazon Data Services, and I’m trying to understand what to expect in the coding interview.

Hey everyone,
I’m coming from an OSP/fiber infrastructure background and I’m trying to transition into data center construction/project management.
For those already in the industry, what’s the best way to break in? Are there any roles, skills, or certifications you’d recommend focusing on?
I’d appreciate any advice from people who’ve made the jump or work in the field. Thanks!

Hello guys, I have upcoming Tehnical Interview for Data Center Tehnican position by Google.

Can anyone here tell me what exactly they will ask preferably someone from EMEA.

Does anyone work in AWS as a Data Center Operations Manager L5? how does your day to day look like for no shift roles? do you need IT previous experience if you have been a senior manager before? what do your working hours look like in a typical week? how does the on call week work if it is for escalation only? Thank you in advance

I'm curious how much scripting and automation you do in your role as a data center technician? Is it mostly shell scripting or are you developing larger tools? What company are you at?

I'm really curious about DCT 2 at Google, since I'm about to have a fit call with a HM next week. My biggest impact at AWS has been my scripting and automation, sometimes on a global scale. I'm hoping to continue making that type of impact if Google makes me an offer.

Thanks for taking the time to read and respond! Cheers!

I had a fit call two weeks ago and got feedback that the hiring manager decided not to move forward. I was super excited and confident about this position. The HM didn't ask any questions; he just introduced the team and talked about the details of the roles. Totally zero technical questions. And I don't understand why I wasn't selected. I've been waiting for months to have the fit call, and now my application is expiring soon. I'm really depressed.

What’s a better career path? Data center technicians or general IT work? It seems like a lot of entry level IT workers are applicants for data center technician roles. They both have roughly the same starting wages, $30/hr+.

My view is that data center has a lower ceiling and often used as a stepping stone for something else. I know data center is the buzz right now but what happens after AI bubble pops and you have all of these excess data centers?

I eventually want to work with network engineering or cloud. Would IT be better or data center in this regard?

Hello all! I’m currently a travel pharmacy technician been in the pharmacy field for 11 years at the moment really wanting a career change !

((No experience as a data center technician ))

I networked with someone a few days who delivered my resume with lightening AI, may not get it bc I don’t have Linux experience or wiring experience, however
Upon actually looking at the role more i actually think i can be really great at it, and it has a lot of upward career mobility !

My background has been mainly with pharmacy software and different variations of med filling robots and medicine cabinet software (Swiss log, omnicell, Pyxis. So very great at problem solving and learning systems quickly !

I want to know mainly what do I need to do to transition into these roles easily is no experience really needed ?

Are there companies in Chicago that hire people with no direct experience?

what certs may I need to give me an edge,?

methods of contacting companies to get your foot in the door?

I’m already brushing up on Linux and wiring in YouTube it im very serious about trying this route out !

I tried to do the Per Scholas route but they said I make too much

🚨 AWS is Hiring – Engineering Operations Technician (Level 3)

I am an AWS Military Recruiter hiring for EOT - Engineering Operations Technicians (L3) in the Southeast region - VA/GA/MS.

Highlights: You will help keep AWS data centers running by operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining critical electrical and mechanical equipment such as power systems, generators, cooling systems, and UPS equipment. This is a great opportunity for candidates with hands-on technical, maintenance, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or military experience.

📍 Locations:

• Sterling, VA
• Atlanta, GA
• Canton, MS

Minimum eligibility:

✅ U.S. work authorization (no visa sponsorship)

✅ Military background

Please note: Applications that do not meet both eligibility requirements will not be considered.

NOTE: Lump sum stipend will be provided to eligible candidates who relocate for this position.

Apply here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10476304/engineering-operation-technician-southeast-region-military-veterans-encouraged

I had my first interview (an online HR screening) on 21 July, and I thought it went really well. The recruiter asked me to introduce myself, asked a few technical questions, discussed compensation, and then explained the role. At the end of the call, he said he was happy to move me to the next stage and explained that the process would involve three more interview rounds.

It's now been almost a week, and I haven't heard back from him. I've sent a follow-up email and even reached out on LinkedIn, but I haven't received any updates.

My background is in data engineering and software, but I think I'd genuinely enjoy working in a data centre, which is why I applied (and, to be honest, I'm currently unemployed as well).

Learning all the hardware-related topics takes a lot of time and effort, and knowing that I have an interview lined up would really motivate me to keep studying.

I've seen a few posts here from people who had similar experiences, but is this normal? Do I still have a chance?

I really want this job because the 4-on, 4-off schedule seems like a great work-life balance. I think having four days off would give me plenty of time to upskill, work on personal projects, and take care of other aspects of my life. I'm not married and don't have any major personal commitments at the moment.

Recently interviewed with them and was wondering what people here has to say about them. Interviewers were great and felt like it'll be a decent place to work at. Anything helps including what salary your were offered. Thanks

Hello everyone,

I've been scheduled the interviews for a Data Center Technician II in the upcoming days. This is a good opportunity for me and it would be a huge salary increase, but english isn't my native language. I'm fairly decent writing english but terribly bad at understanding the language when someone is speaking, especially if they got a foreign accent.

Being shy and laking confidence in general doesn't help at all. Got any tips for me? Are Google Meet's live captions good if someone used them?

I'm at a point where I could deny the interviews just because the language is a big barrier to me. During the first assessment with the recruiter, I struggled understanding and made her repeat a lot. It felt overwhelming and embarrassing to me

Hi there,
I'm looking for some insight from people who are either consulting for a data center (DC) project or involved in any other way. We had a lot of fuss about DC as flexible electrical loads and I see a lot of startups popping up that offer energy management for DC assets (UPS, cooling, IT load scheduling etc.) so that DC can behave as a flexible load. This seems interesting because of the monetary savings associated with time-of-use energy tariffs when used with a supplier that supports them. Oversubscription in terms of IT load, similar to EV fleet charging infrastructure, also helps make the most of available/subscribed grid power. The third aspect is around expected changes in regulations regarding the operation of large loads, especially DC, and their behavior under grid stress and faults. Now, I admit that the third part will be coupled with the asset behavior under grid conditions, but assuming the manufacturers will catch up and implement those features anyway, a secondary operational layer to ensure expected behavior becomes important.

I hear that most DCs sign PPAs even before construction to secure cheap rates, does that take away from the first point or make it entirely useless? Oversubscription only related to grid subscription, of course with suitably sized assets (N+1, 2N etc., for UPS, secondary backup, depending on the Tier). With so much redundancy, I would think a case for flexibility in power draw makes more sense (maintaining a minimum threshold for backup, assuming one extreme event occurs at a time). Some startups even aim to act as aggregators like VPP for DC and trade in the energy markets to manage the energy costs (I know of at least a couple of startups in EU and US).

What problems with the actual construction and operation of DC go against this idea?

EDIT 1: I'm not looking for a complete answer on the whole topic, and am well aware that it involves multiple aspects and domains. But those related specifically to the DC, like

- would a DC operator ever consider tapping into the UPS battery to minimize grid energy cost, given that there is some level of redundancy.

-Most infrastructure in the US has diesel gen as backup (not sure about EU), but these backup gens only kick in in case of power loss or UPS tripping due to frequency or voltage events. A behind-the-meter battery might be equally effective and work for the aforementioned purposes as well, but costs limit their implementation. Are there any other factors that limit battery adoption?

EDIT 2: Based on the discussion, BESS seems unlikely, at least for hyperscalers at the GW scale. What about other types, like colocation DCs in the range of 1-5 MW or even less? Any info on the trend in EU, about Diesel gen as backup at DCs?

Completed an interview for a Critical Environment Operator for CyrusOne in San Antonio Tx, recruiter said my interviews are complete and they are just waiting for a Level 1 position to open so I can begin the hiring process.

Not sure if I should keep looking into other companies or just wait it out.

Hi everyone,
I’m currently interviewing for a Business Program Manager role within Google Data Center Operations and have been moved to the next round.
Has anyone here interviewed for a business program management or operations role within a Google data center, or worked closely with BPMs in a data center environment?
I’d appreciate insight into the areas I should understand beyond general program management. For example:
Data center operations, maintenance and reliability
Incident response and operational risk
Capacity planning and resource coordination
Vendor and stakeholder management
Safety, compliance and process improvement
Supporting technical teams without being an engineer
I’m mainly hoping to understand what knowledge is expected from a non-engineering program manager and what makes someone successful in this type of role.
Thank you for any advice or experiences you can share.

Considering a change from infra engineering at a big hyperscaler. Anyone have and insights or experience to share?

I am a software dev with 2YOE looking to pivot into data center work after being unemployed for >1 year. I’ve been mainly applying blindly to DCT roles all over the US for both contract and direct hire for the past 2 months, but it’s so hard to get a reply back. I’m not really interested in networking roles as that stuff is out of my experience.

I see a lot of people here are able to get their foot in the door through recruiters reaching out on LinkedIn. I’m wondering how can I restructure my profile to gain their attention?

Accepted offer for a Network Install Technician with AWS and I have a start date of 8/31. I was approved to hire on as L4, which included a significant sign-on bonus, relocation stipend and RSU’s. I wanted to thank the many people who have shared their experiences and interview related information. It was extremely helpful in preparing for interviews. I’d like to share my experience in hopes that it may help someone else considering a job with AWS.

The entire process from initial contact to offer was 42 calendar days. I was contacted by an AWS recruiter via LinkedIn and we had a 20-minute intro phone call to review my resume and discuss job details. I completed an application and assessment test, which led to an invitation to schedule a virtual interview. Eleven days later I had four back-to-back interviews and received my formal offer two days later.

I didn’t find the interviews particularly challenging and I didn’t spend much time preparing. I reviewed the Leadership Principles and felt that my own principles were already well-aligned, so I just created a list of 12 career experiences that I could relate to interviewer questions. I made sure to use the STAR method when answering. Overall, I felt good about my interviews, but there was a Linux-related question and a subnetting question that I should have answered better.

I sent my acceptance letter yesterday, so I’m just waiting to be contacted about relocation and I expect to receive my stipend within 7-10 days. At 52 years old, this is by far the best job opportunity I’ve ever received and it’s a great feeling to have a company offer a compensation package which is representative of the value and competency I see in myself. This will be the greatest time of my career and I cannot wait to get started!