Data Center Engineering Operations - Chief Engineer, DCC Communities

DescriptionAbout AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for an individual to join our Data Center Engineering Operations Team. This committed group works to maintain the critical physical infrastructure that supports Amazon Web Services. Specifically, this team works to ensure that the data center's MEP operates at 100% availability while maintaining first-class customer service to the teams and groups within the data centers.The Data Center Chief Engineer (CE) is responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data center is operating at peak efficiency. This involves planned preventative maintenance of equipment, daily corrective work, and emergency response. The CE serves as an expert technical resource interacting with onsite Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT) and any third party vendors. They are expected to be a singular focal point for all facility operations within a given data center and to support AWS.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop celebrating our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe have a career path for you no matter what stage you’re in when you start here. As we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer, we know we must continuously raise our performance bar. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home. Finding purpose and fulfillment is essential across all aspects of our lives, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Key job responsibilitiesKey job responsibilitiesManagement and leadership of DCEO Engineering TeamEstablish performance benchmarks, conduct analysis, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenanceResponsible for the on-site management of shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendorsOversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as: switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etcData Center capacity planning and reportingMay assist in the design and build out of new facilitiesWork with IT managers and other business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiencyDeliver quality service and ensure all customer demands are metResponsible for asset and inventory managementRespond to out of hours emergency calls – second level escalation point for Data Center facilities related issues / failuresWe are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Canton, MS, USABasic QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent5+ years of relevant work experience in a data center or other critical environment4+ years of Facilities Management ExperiencePreferred QualificationsAssociates or Bachelors in applicable engineering field or mechanical or electrical tradesOperating engineering licenses such as DC II, DC III, or equivalentStationary Engineering or Building Engineering LicenseElectrical or mechanical Journeyman LicenseCFC licenseNFPA 70EStrong verbal and written communication skillsSolid leadership and organizational skillsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.