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# Data Center Technician, Global Server Operations, Third Shift

- **Company:** Google LLC
- **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Clusters, Data Centers, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13657923

## About the Role

Experience completing work as directed, and collaborating with teammates; developing knowledge of relevant concepts and processes., + Experience with performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.

 + Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems, computer/server hardware, or 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.

 + Completion of the online Google IT Support Professional Certificate program.

 + 2 years of experience diagnosing and troubleshooting one of the following: operating systems and computer/server hardware or networking protocols.

 + 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.

 + Ability to collaborate and partner with teams to overcome challenges, and to adapt to changes in a dynamic work environment.

## Description

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 take on 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 ins
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