Field-Based Data Center Controls Technician - BMS/EPMS

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Boardman (OR)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 79,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks a Controls Technician for Service & Construction to support Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) within AWS data centers. Expect field work, installation, and startup activities across multiple data center sites.

The ideal candidate will have experience with field sensors, AHU controllers, VFDs, and related networking. Join a team focused on safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
ITAR Compliance must be met.
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.

Responsibilities

Primarily working in 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.
Configuration and calibration of sensors.
Able to read and understand Electrical schematics, control panel drawings. Basic understanding of close loop controls, field sensors scaling, AND/OR functions typically performed by industrial controllers.
Supervise low voltage electrical contractors who perform wiring and installation of field devices.
Commissioning and systems level testing support.
Provide red-lined drawings and recommendations based on field work and verify accuracy of as-built drawings.
Assist in performing root cause analysis during testing and commissioning.
Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology.
Work on-call and a rotating schedule when required and responds to after-hours emergencies.
Perform basic support concepts such as ticketing systems, root cause analysis, and task prioritization.