Data Center Controls Tech, Lubbock, Texas

Job Overview The Data Center Global Controls team is looking for exceptional individuals to join the 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. The role requires technical background and experience in installation, troubleshooting, operations and/or maintenance of field sensors, controllers, wiring, networking and programming associated with industrial control systems. A Controls Technician is responsible for participating in the installation, testing, troubleshooting and startup of equipment and controls system associated with BMS and EPMS deployments, and actively innovating on behalf of customers in data center 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. Perform first-line diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of programming code and hardware. 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, control panel drawings; work with close-loop controls, field sensor scaling and industrial controller functions. Supervise low-voltage electrical contractors installing field devices in compliance with AWS requirements. Support commissioning and system-level testing. Create red‑lined drawings and documentation of systems. Follow change-management process to generate work requests and methods of procedure. Participate in factory‑witnessed tests at vendors or panel‑builder facilities. Perform other tasks as assigned by manager. Recommend design improvements based on user consultation. Perform root cause analysis during testing and commissioning. Ensure all personnel on site use proper safety methodology. Work on‑call and rotating schedule for after‑hours emergencies. Perform service activities such as monitoring/reviewing ticketing systems, root cause analysis, and prioritizing tasks. Manage service agreements, vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review. Physical Requirements Walk job sites on uneven terrain and work at heights, ladders, and potentially crawl. Frequently lift or move up to 49 pounds; participate in group lifts for 50 pounds or more. Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Basic Qualifications 1+ year of technical work with computer systems or technology components. Ability to walk job sites on uneven terrain, work at heights, and use ladders. Ability to walk, use hands and fingers, handle, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Lift or move up to 49 pounds; group lifts for 50 pounds or more. Technical diploma or associate degree with 1+ year experience in industrial instrumentation/controls or equivalent electrical or mechanical operations experience. Minimum one year experience with low and medium voltage electrical and/or mechanical systems. Basic understanding of industrial control systems, controllers, and programming, including troubleshooting of analog, discrete, and industrial communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet, MODBUS). Preferred Qualifications One-year experience in a data center or mission‑critical environment. ISA Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification. Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout for low‑voltage (copper/fiber) cabling. 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 or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. Base salary range: USA, TX, Lubbock – 32.00 to 57.00 USD hourly. Compensation will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications and location. Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and optional supplemental life plans, EAP, mental health support, medical advice line, flexible spending accounts, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, 401(k) matching, paid time off and parental leave). For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr