Data Center Controls Expert (BAS & 24/7 Ops)

JLL; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) seeks a Controls SME for Data Center Operations in Amarillo, TX. You will maintain, program, and troubleshoot BAS and control systems that manage critical data center infrastructure in a 24/7 environment.

You will coordinate with mechanical and electrical teams to commission new systems, optimize energy use, and document configurations. On-site work and after-hours availability are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with building automation systems and industrial controls.
• Proficiency with major BAS platforms (Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Siemens, or Trane).
• Strong knowledge of control system programming languages and configuration software.
• Experience with BACnet, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP communications.
• Ability to read and interpret control schematics, point lists, and sequence of operations.
• Understanding of HVAC systems, electrical equipment, and mechanical systems operation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills using laptops, network analyzers, and calibration tools.
• Physical ability to work in mechanical rooms and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Availability for on-call emergency response and flexible scheduling.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and maintain BAS including controllers, sensors, and actuators for HVAC and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot control system faults, communications, and sensor malfunctions with diagnostic tools.
• Monitor and optimize control sequences for chillers, air handlers, UPS, and environmental monitoring.
• Perform preventive maintenance on control panels, field devices, and networks.
• Respond to critical control system alarms with technical intervention.
• Create and modify control graphics, trending reports, and alarm notifications.
• Coordinate with mechanical/electrical teams to commission new controls and upgrades.
• Maintain documentation of configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Support energy management initiatives through control optimization.

Skills

BAS platforms

Control programming

Networking protocols

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

On-call readiness

Education

Associate degree in Electronics/Controls

Tools

Johnson Controls

Schneider Electric

Honeywell

Siemens

Trane

DCIM

Python

VBA

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) seeks a Controls SME for Data Center Operations in Amarillo, TX. You will maintain, program, and troubleshoot BAS and control systems that manage critical data center infrastructure in a 24/7 environment.

You will coordinate with mechanical and electrical teams to commission new systems, optimize energy use, and document configurations. On-site work and after-hours availability are expected.