Work Based Learning Program Infrastructure Delivery Technician

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.  

You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 
 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking Infrastructure Delivery Installation Technicians as part of our Work Based Learning Program (WBLP).  This trainee requires the successful candidate report to a site location.  Trainees will participate in our 12-month work and training program in our New Carlisle, IN location .

All physical requirements are expected with reasonable accommodations: 

Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 41+ pounds 

Ability to work in an environment that operates 24/7 with an ability to participate in primary responder rotation and provide after-hours support as needed 

Working in cramped and/or elevated and/or noisy environments 

Bending, lifting, stretching, reaching, standing and walking for up to 8+ hours a day 

Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation 

Tolerance for working in non-climate-controlled environments with temperature fluctuations. 

Successfully completing the 12-month Work Based Learning Program training curriculum, including all required safety certifications, technical competencies, and performance milestone

NOTE: Amazon is not able to provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization without employer intervention to be considered.

NOTE: If applying for positions in Oregon (OR) and Ohio (OH), these sites are within AWS GovCloud region. Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Persons (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States).

Key job responsibilities
Moving and implementing large enterprise equipment 

Installing Fiber and Copper cabling and patching cabling between equipment 

Ensuring proper safety and security standards are maintained during cabling and rack installation

Following well established hardware installation procedures and break-fix activities 

Safely using material handling tools and equipment 

Coordinating with third party contractors 

Traveling, with personal vehicle, within the regional work area is required

Successfully completing the 12-month Work Based Learning Program training curriculum, including all required safety certifications, technical competencies, and performance milestones.

A day in the life
To be successful in this role you should possess technical aptitude, written and oral communications skills and the ability to deal effectively with people in a wide variety of situations. In addition, you must possess strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability. You will be able to leverage your experience exercising high levels of initiative, judgment, and diplomacy. 

Additionally, all candidates should be willing to work both independently and with a team. Work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful. 

You will be required to work shift work that will include days/nights/weekends/holidays. Traveling within the regional work area is required.  You will be responsible for having a reliable personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license to travel within the regional work area, as company transportation will not be provided. 


About the team
AWS is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The WBLP training program has a focus on safety, as a WBLP you will be trained on data center and construction  safety, policies, procedures, and guidelines.  

Why AWS
Amazon 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