Data Center Controls Technician, Data Center Capacity Delivery (AWS)

Amazon; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 44,083 - 78,523; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Controls Technician for the Data Center Capacity Delivery team.

You will install, test, and maintain Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) across multiple data center sites, ensuring safety and operational performance. Responsibilities include field work at data center sites, wiring supervision, commissioning support, and root-cause analysis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of professional work experience or technical experience with computer systems and technology components.
• 1+ year of experience in electrical or mechanical work, or in mission‑critical facilities such as hospitals, military, or public safety.
• Technical or trade school diploma/associate degree with at least one year of experience in industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical/mechanical operations.

Responsibilities

• Work in the field at Data Center sites, supporting multiple locations under Deployment and/or Service.
• Perform point-to-point checkouts between field devices and controllers.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation associated with the BMS and EPMS.
• Configure network settings and test communications between third‑party devices, controllers, and servers.
• Calibrate sensors, read electrical schematics, and apply knowledge of closed‑loop controls and field‑sensor scaling.
• Supervise low‑voltage electrical contractors during wiring and installation of field devices.
• Provide commissioning and systems‑level testing support, including root‑cause analysis.
• Ensure all on‑site personnel use proper safety methodology.
• Work on‑call and on a rotating schedule, including after‑hours emergencies.
• Utilize ticketing systems, root‑cause analysis, and task prioritization for basic support concepts.

Skills

Field experience

Electrical work

Mechanical work

Education

High school diploma

Technical or trade school diploma/associate degree

Job description

Data Center Controls Technician, Data Center Capacity Delivery

Job ID: 10427328 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.

As part of the Data Center Global Services team, this Controls Technician will install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) across Amazon data center sites. The role supports multiple sites under deployment and service, ensuring optimal building controls, safety, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Primarily work in the field at Data Center sites, supporting multiple locations under Deployment and/or Service.
• Perform point-to-point checkouts between field devices and controllers.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation associated with the BMS and EPMS.
• Configure network settings and test communications between third‑party devices, controllers, and servers.
• Calibrate sensors, read and understand electrical schematics and control panel drawings, and apply knowledge of closed‑loop controls and field‑sensor scaling.
• Supervise low‑voltage electrical contractors during wiring and installation of field devices.
• Provide commissioning and systems‑level testing support, including root‑cause analysis.
• Ensure all on‑site personnel use proper safety methodology.
• Work on‑call and on a rotating schedule, including after‑hours emergencies.
• Utilize ticketing systems, root‑cause analysis, and task prioritization for basic support concepts.

Physical Requirements

• Walk on uneven terrain, work at heights, climb ladders, and perform tasks requiring use of hands, fingers, arms, and limbs.

• Lift or move up to 49 pounds, participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.

• Work shifts longer than eight hours per day.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of professional work experience or technical experience with computer systems and technology components.
• 1+ year of experience in electrical or mechanical work, or in mission‑critical facilities such as hospitals, military, or public safety.
• Technical or trade school diploma/associate degree with at least one year of experience in industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical/mechanical operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of work experience in a data center or other critical environment.
• International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher.
• Understanding of industrial controls systems, controllers, and programming, including analog, discrete, and networked input/output field‑signals.

EEO Statement

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, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Salary: $32.00 – $57.00 USD (USA, OR, Boardman). The total Amazon package includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, EAP, mental health support, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.