
Data Center Controls Technician, US-West, PHX
Salary
$33–$58/ hourly
Application completed on Amazon
About This Role
As a member of the Global Controls Team, you will collaborate with highly
motivated operators, engineers and technicians in the data center industry to
maintain and optimize critical infrastructure systems. You will be responsible
for troubleshooting and maintaining the Building Management System (BMS) and
Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) while developing new processes and
standards that drive innovation in the controls space.
AWS data centers utilize sophisticated industrial control systems to
automatically operate mechanical equipment, maintaining optimal temperature and
pressure conditions throughout the facilities. These systems integrate and
monitor multiple critical components, including generators, uninterruptible
power sources, diesel generators, electrical switchgear, power distribution
units, variable frequency drives, automatic and static transfer switches,
air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers,
Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs), and air economizers. Within this industrial
control system infrastructure, the BMS serves as the primary control platform
for all mechanical systems within the data center, while the EPMS functions as
the primary monitoring platform for all electrical systems. This position offers
the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in mission-critical
environments while contributing to the reliability and efficiency of AWS's
global infrastructure.
Key job responsibilities
Manage small to medium-sized projects and programs.
Perform point-to-point checkouts, first-line diagnostics, troubleshooting, and
maintenance of BMS/EPMS code and hardware.
Provision servers, controllers, industrial PCs, and networks; test communication
with third-party devices.
Install, replace, configure, and calibrate sensors.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and control panel drawings, applying
closed-loop controls and field sensor scaling.
Supervise low-voltage contractors per AWS requirements.
Provide commissioning and systems-level testing; create red-lined drawings and
documentation.
Follow change management processes for work requests and methods of procedures.
Participate in factory witness tests and perform root cause analysis during
testing and commissioning.
Monitor ticketing systems, prioritize tasks, and manage service agreements
(vendor scheduling, QA, invoice review).
Enforce on-site safety methodology.
Physical Requirements Lift and move up to 50 lbs; use ladders, platforms, and
OSHA-standard PPE including safety harnesses.
A day in the life
As a Data Center Controls Technician, your primary customers are Data Center
Engineering Operations (DCEO), who rely on you to keep Building Management
Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) healthy and
operational. On a given day, you are the boots on the ground solving problems
that directly impact data center availability. You might diagnose a controller
communication loss, calibrate instruments feeding inaccurate data to operators,
or supervise vendors performing quarterly maintenance. For new builds, you
perform point to point testing and support commissioning alongside construction
teams. Basic Qualifications: - High school or equivalent diploma
- Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in
a related technical field with 1+ years of relevant industrial Controls or HVAC
controls experience, OR 3+ years of relevant industrial or HVAC controls
experience in lieu of a degree.
- Basic understanding of Industrial controls system, knowledge of meters,
devices, sensors, relays and troubleshooting utilizing standard hand tools,
digital metering, or calibration/diagnostic equipment in a data center,
hospitals, large commercial complex, water, power, oil & gas or similar
industries.
- 1+ years of experience working with low voltage controls, wiring, networking
signals, electrical and mechanical systems, computers and operating systems.
- Ability to work non-standard hours and differing work rotations/shifts and
overtime as required. Preferred Qualifications: - Associate's degree in related
field
- International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician
(CCST) Level I or higher certification.
- Experience using common communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet, and/or MODBUS).
- 5+ years of experience in controls/automation, construction or related field
in a technical environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of engineering documentation, electrical and
mechanical diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
- Experience in data centers or mission critical environment
- Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage
(copper/fiber) cabling.
- Prior AWS/Amazon experience
- 4+ Yr. Military Service
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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
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contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package
will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final
compensation will be determined based on factors including experience,
qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits
including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &
AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health
Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy
Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits
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