Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Data Center Controls Tech
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Canton, Mississippi, United States, 39046
Description
The Data Center Global Controls team is looking for exceptional individuals to join our Controls organization as a Controls Technician for Service & Construction of the Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) within Amazon data centers. This role requires a technical background in installation, troubleshooting, operations and/or maintenance of field sensors, controllers, wiring, networking and programming associated with industrial controls systems. The Controls Technician will participate in the installation, testing, troubleshooting and startup of equipment and controls systems for BMS and EPMS deployments in data centers and actively innovate on behalf of our customers in building automation.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, service and upgrade BMS and EPMS systems across multiple data centers.
Mentor and train Facilities team members on operation and control of BMS and EPMS systems.
Audit, maintain, and manage computer enterprise asset management systems for BMS and EPMS installations.
Manage small to medium size projects and programs.
Perform point‑to‑point checkouts between field devices and controllers.
Conduct first‑line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of programming code and hardware for BMS and EPMS.
Provision servers, controllers, industrial PCs and network configurations; test communication between third‑party devices and controllers or servers.
Install, replace, configure, and calibrate sensors.
Read and understand electrical schematics and control panel drawings; apply close‑loop control knowledge.
Supervise low‑voltage electrical contractors performing wiring and installation of field devices in compliance with AWS requirements.
Commissioning and systems‑level testing support.
Create red‑lined drawings and documentation of systems.
Follow change management process to generate work requests and methods of procedures.
Participate in factory‑witnessed tests at vendors or panel builder facilities.
Perform root‑cause analysis during testing and commissioning.
Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology.
Work on‑call and participate in a rotating schedule when required; respond to after‑hours emergencies.
Monitor and prioritize service tickets; perform root‑cause analysis.
Actively manage service agreements to include vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review.
Physical Requirements
Walk job sites on uneven terrain, at heights and from ladders.
Regularly use hands and fingers; reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Occasionally lift or move up to 49 pounds; participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
A Day in the Life A typical day involves attending morning construction/commissioning meetings, prioritizing project tasks and service tickets, configuring controllers, testing sensors, troubleshooting, conducting safety site walks, and supporting general startup processes. Technician logs daily efforts in AWS tools.
About The Team AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. The Data Center Controls Engineering team manages the design, deployment, and service of a highly reliable electrical and mechanical control system for the life‑cycle of an AWS data center.
Basic Qualifications
1+ years of professional work experience or technical work related to computer systems and technology components.
Technical (Military/Trade School) diploma or Associate degree with one year experience related to industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical or mechanical operations experience.
Minimum one year of experience with mission‑critical low and medium voltage electrical and/or mechanical systems.
Preferred Qualifications
One‑year experience working in a Data Center or mission‑critical environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification.
Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low‑voltage (copper/fiber) cabling.
Basic understanding of industrial controls system, controllers, and programming including troubleshooting of industrial controls analog, discrete and networked input/output field signals.
Equal Opportunity Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Compensation The base pay for this position ranges from $61,700 /year in the lowest geographic market up to $138,100 /year in the highest geographic market. Compensation may include equity, sign‑on payments and other benefits. For more information, see Amazon’s benefits page.
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Key Responsibilities
Deploy, service and upgrade BMS and EPMS systems across multiple data centers.
Mentor and train Facilities team members on operation and control of BMS and EPMS systems.
Audit, maintain, and manage computer enterprise asset management systems for BMS and EPMS installations.
Manage small to medium size projects and programs.
Perform point‑to‑point checkouts between field devices and controllers.
Conduct first‑line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of programming code and hardware for BMS and EPMS.
Provision servers, controllers, industrial PCs and network configurations; test communication between third‑party devices and controllers or servers.
Install, replace, configure, and calibrate sensors.
Read and understand electrical schematics and control panel drawings; apply close‑loop control knowledge.
Supervise low‑voltage electrical contractors performing wiring and installation of field devices in compliance with AWS requirements.
Commissioning and systems‑level testing support.
Create red‑lined drawings and documentation of systems.
Follow change management process to generate work requests and methods of procedures.
Participate in factory‑witnessed tests at vendors or panel builder facilities.
Perform root‑cause analysis during testing and commissioning.
Ensure all personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology.
Work on‑call and participate in a rotating schedule when required; respond to after‑hours emergencies.
Monitor and prioritize service tickets; perform root‑cause analysis.
Actively manage service agreements to include vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review.
Physical Requirements
Walk job sites on uneven terrain, at heights and from ladders.
Regularly use hands and fingers; reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Occasionally lift or move up to 49 pounds; participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more.
A Day in the Life A typical day involves attending morning construction/commissioning meetings, prioritizing project tasks and service tickets, configuring controllers, testing sensors, troubleshooting, conducting safety site walks, and supporting general startup processes. Technician logs daily efforts in AWS tools.
About The Team AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. The Data Center Controls Engineering team manages the design, deployment, and service of a highly reliable electrical and mechanical control system for the life‑cycle of an AWS data center.
Basic Qualifications
1+ years of professional work experience or technical work related to computer systems and technology components.
Technical (Military/Trade School) diploma or Associate degree with one year experience related to industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical or mechanical operations experience.
Minimum one year of experience with mission‑critical low and medium voltage electrical and/or mechanical systems.
Preferred Qualifications
One‑year experience working in a Data Center or mission‑critical environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification.
Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low‑voltage (copper/fiber) cabling.
Basic understanding of industrial controls system, controllers, and programming including troubleshooting of industrial controls analog, discrete and networked input/output field signals.
Equal Opportunity Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Compensation The base pay for this position ranges from $61,700 /year in the lowest geographic market up to $138,100 /year in the highest geographic market. Compensation may include equity, sign‑on payments and other benefits. For more information, see Amazon’s benefits page.
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