Data Center Controls Tech
Amazon - Santa Clara, CA
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DescriptionThe Data Center Global Controls team is looking for exceptional individuals to join our Controls organization as a Controls Technician for Service & Construction of the Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) within Amazon data centers. If you are passionate about the Customer Experience, think and act globally and have the ability to contribute to major new innovations in the area of building controls and automation this is the challenge you are looking for The candidate will possess technical background and experience in installation, troubleshooting, operations and/or maintenance of field sensors, controllers, wiring, networking and programming associated with the industrial controls systems. The candidate may also have relevant experience operating and maintaining mission critical electrical and mechanical systems. A Controls Technician shall be responsible for participating in the installation, testing, troubleshooting and startup of equipment and controls system associated with the BMS and EPMS system deployment in the data centers. A Controls Technician is expected to actively innovate on behalf of their customers in the area of Data Center building automation. Key job responsibilities u00b7 Primarily work in and support multiple Data Centers by Deploying, Servicing, and Upgrading BMS and EPMS systems. u00b7 Mentor and train Facilities team members on operation and control of the BMS and EPMS systems. u00b7 Audit, maintain, and manage computer enterprise asset management systems for BMS and EPMS installations u00b7 Manage small to medium size projects and programs. u00b7 Perform point to point checkouts between field devices and controllers. u00b7 Perform first-line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of programming code and hardware associated with the BMS and EPMS in data centers. u00b7 Perform provisioning process for servers, controllers, industrial PCs and network configurations and communication testing between third party devices and controllers or servers. u00b7 Installation, replacement, configuration, and calibration of sensors. u00b7 Able to read and understand Electrical schematics, control panel drawings. Basic understanding of close loop controls, field sensors scaling, and functions typically performed by industrial controllers. u00b7 Supervise low voltage electrical contractors who performing wiring and installation of field devices in compliance with AWS requirements. u00b7 Commissioning and systems level testing support. u00b7 Create red-lined drawings and documentation of systems. u00b7 Follow change management process to generate work requests and method of procedures. u00b7 Participate in Factory witnessed tests at vendor's or panel builder's facility. u00b7 Perform other tasks as assigned by manager. u00b7 Recommend design improvements based on consultation with users and system operation. u00b7 Perform root cause analysis during testing and commissioning. u00b7 Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology. u00b7 Work on-call and a rotating schedule when required and respond to after-hours emergencies. u00b7 Perform service activities such as monitoring/reviewing ticketing systems, performing root cause analysis, and prioritizing tasks. u00b7 Actively manage service agreements to include vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review. Physical Requirements: u00b7 Walk jobsites in uneven terrain and work at heights and from ladders. u00b7 Regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. u00b7 On occasions, lift and/or move up to 49 pounds; and participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more. About the team AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, weu2019re 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 u2014 and weu2019re looking for talented people who want to help. Youu2019ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Youu2019ll 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 youu2019ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worldu2019s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating u2014 thatu2019s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasnu2019t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, donu2019t let it stop you from applying. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, thereu2019s nothing we canu2019t achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, itu2019s 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 embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth Weu2019re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earthu2019s Best Employer. Thatu2019s why youu2019ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Basic Qualifications- High school or equivalent diploma - Technical (Military/ Trade School) School diploma or Associate degree with one year experience related to industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical or mechanical operations experience. - Minimum one year of experience working with computer components and operating systems. - Minimum one year of experience with mission critical low and medium voltage electrical and/or mechanical systems.Preferred Qualifications- Preferred Qualifications: - Basic understanding of Industrial controls system, controllers, and programming including troubleshooting of industrial controls analog, discrete and networked input/output field signals. - One-year experience working in a Data Center or mission critical environment. - Bacheloru2019s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline. - International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification. - Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Companyu2019s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $61,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $138,100/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Created: 2025-11-15