Controls Technician, Data Center Capacity Delivery

Amazon; Trenton (OH); On-site; USD 41,328 - 74,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Controls Technician for data centers in Trenton, Ohio. This role includes responsibilities such as performing diagnostics, troubleshooting, and ensuring the functionality of controls systems. Candidates should have significant experience in industrial automation and electrical systems.

A competitive salary range of $30.00 to $54.00 per hour is offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial controls and automation experience or a related degree.
• Basic understanding of industrial controls systems and troubleshooting.
• Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-line diagnostics and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
• Configure and calibrate sensors and read electrical schematics.
• Work on-call and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Industrial controls and automation experience

Electrical or mechanical experience

Understanding of industrial controls systems

Experience with network protocols such as TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Standard hand tools

Digital metering equipment

Job description

Controls Technician, Data Center Capacity Delivery

ID lavoro: 3197324 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Primarily working in the field at Data Center sites and supporting multiple sites under Deployment and/or Service.
• Perform point‑to‑point checkouts between field devices and controllers.
• Perform first‑line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation associated with the BMS and EPMS in data centers.
• Perform network configurations and communication testing between third‑party devices and controllers or servers.
• Configure and calibrate sensors.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and basic concepts of close‑loop controls, field‑sensor scaling, and industrial controller functions.
• Supervise low‑voltage electrical contractors who wire and install field devices.
• Support commissioning and system‑level testing.
• Provide red‑lined drawings and recommendations based on field work and verify the accuracy of as‑built drawings.
• Assist in root‑cause analysis during testing and commissioning.
• Ensure all personnel on site use proper safety methodology.
• Work on‑call and on a rotating schedule when required, and respond to after‑hours emergencies.
• Handle basic support concepts such as ticketing systems, root‑cause analysis, and task prioritization.

Physical Requirements

• Walk job sites on uneven terrain, work at heights, and use ladders.
• Use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl frequently.
• Lifting and moving up to 49 pounds independently, and participating in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
• Work shifts longer than eight hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial controls and automation experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or an equivalent field.
• 1+ years of electrical or mechanical experience.
• Basic understanding of industrial controls systems, meters, devices, sensors, relays, and troubleshooting using standard hand tools, digital metering, or calibration/diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work non‑standard hours, rotating shifts, and overtime as required.
• Experience working in data centers with a focus on building and equipment operation.
• Experience reviewing and understanding engineering design documents for electronic, mechanical, and electro‑mechanical parts and assembly drawings.
• Experience with network protocols such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, and L2/L3 technologies.
• Knowledge of network design, protocols, and troubleshooting.
• ISA Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in controls/automation, construction, or technical environments.
• Prior AWS/Amazon experience (preferred).
• Can lift and rack equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Can work in cramped spaces or at elevated locations while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is 30.00 - 54.00 USD hourly.

The Amazon package will include sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.