Data Center Controls Technician: BMS & EPMS

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 78,523; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Sterling, VA is seeking a Controls Technician for Data Center Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (BMS/EPMS). You will deploy, service, and upgrade BMS/EPMS in AWS data centers, focusing on reliability and safety.

Ideal candidates bring 1+ years in industrial controls or HVAC controls, plus documentation, testing, and fault diagnosis. This role requires partnering with Facilities and vendor teams, following change processes and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of industrial controls or HVAC controls experience, OR 3+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Basic understanding of industrial controls, meters, sensors, relays and diagnostic tools.
• 1+ years of experience with low voltage controls, wiring, networking signals, and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, service, and upgrade BMS and EPMS in multiple data centers.
• Mentor and train Facilities team on BMS/EPMS operation.
• Perform point-to-point checks between field devices and controllers.
• Troubleshoot and maintain BMS/EPMS software and hardware.
• Assist in commissioning and system testing; create red-lined drawings and docs.
• Follow change management processes and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Industrial controls

Low voltage wiring

Electrical equipment troubleshooting

Networking signals

Field devices handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or related technical certification

3+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

ISA CCST certification

MQTT/BACnet/MODBUS familiarity

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Sterling, VA is seeking a Controls Technician for Data Center Building Management and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (BMS/EPMS). You will deploy, service, and upgrade BMS/EPMS in AWS data centers, focusing on reliability and safety.

Ideal candidates bring 1+ years in industrial controls or HVAC controls, plus documentation, testing, and fault diagnosis. This role requires partnering with Facilities and vendor teams, following change processes and safety