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# Data Center Technician II

- **Company:** Google
- **Location:** Farciennes, Belgium
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** €68,000.0 - €69,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Clusters, Data Centers, Linux, Networking Hardware, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Computer Equipment, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, Network Server
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CD29F60207B844A583C6186A412B6B91/job/

## About the Role

Experience completing work as directed, and collaborating with teammates; developing knowledge of relevant concepts and processes., * Experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting operating systems, computer hardware and server hardware.

 * Experience with the assembly of mechanical or electrical systems, or performing component-level repairs and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
 * Experience with networking protocols.
 * Ability to lift/move up to 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., * Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
 * 2 years of experience in maintenance and monitoring of server systems.
 * Experience working within a data center or network operation center environment.
 * Experience with Linux operating systems.

## 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 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., * Unpack, rack, wire, and bring new physical hardware, servers, and network equipment online.

 * Diagnose hardware issues as they happen by following clear procedures to figure out what's broken and get the equipment back up and running.
 * Safely manage sensitive storage hardware; track, securely erase, old hardware in accordance with security standards to ensure data is not at risk.
 * Dismantle outdated equipment that has reached the end of its life, salvaging usable components and recycling the rest.
 * Perform routine checks and physical maintenance on servers, networking equipment, and infrastructure to prevent problems before they start.