> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1217112-data-center-controls-tech-lubbock-texas](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1217112-data-center-controls-tech-lubbock-texas). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Controls Tech, Lubbock, Texas - **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc. - **Location:** Lubbock, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $86,200.0 - $150,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Control Panels, Data Centers, Desktop Computing, Modbus, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Planning and Design, Data Logging, Bacnet, Process Control Systems, AWS Data Analytics, Network Server - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10469921/data-center-controls-tech-lubbock-texas ## About the Role High school or equivalent diploma - Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in a related technical field with 4+ years of relevant industrial Controls or HVAC controls experience, OR 6+ 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 - 3+ 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, International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Controls System Technician (CCST) Level I or higher certification - Experiencing using common communication protocols (MQTT, BACnet, and/or MODBUS). - 5+ years of experience in controls/automation, construction or related field in a technical environment. - Demonstrated understanding of engineering documentation, electrical and mechanical diagrams, and standard operating procedures. - Experience in data centers or mission critical environment - Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fiber) cabling. - Prior AWS/Amazon experience - 4+ Yr. Military Service ## 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. If you are passionate about the Customer Experience, think and act globally and have the ability to contribute to major new innovations in the area of building controls and automation this is the challenge you are looking for!, The candidate will possess technical background and experience in installation, troubleshooting, operations and/or maintenance of field sensors, controllers, wiring, networking and programming associated with the industrial controls systems. The candidate may also have relevant experience operating and maintaining mission critical electrical and mechanical systems. A Controls Technician shall be responsible for participating in the installation, testing, troubleshooting and startup of equipment and controls system associated with the BMS and EPMS system deployment in the data centers. A Controls Technician is expected to actively innovate on behalf of their customers in the area of Data Center building automation., * Primarily work in and support multiple data centers by deploying, servicing, and upgrading BMS and EPMS systems. * Mentor and train Facilities team members on the operation and control of BMS and EPMS systems. * Manage small to medium-sized 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 associated with BMS and EPMS in data centers. * Execute provisioning processes for servers, controllers, industrial PCs, and network configurations, including communication testing between third-party devices and controllers or servers. * Install, replace, configure, and calibrate sensors. * Read and interpret electrical schematics and control panel drawings with a basic understanding of closed-loop controls, field sensor scaling, and functions typically performed by industrial controllers. * Supervise low-voltage electrical contractors performing wiring and installation of field devices in compliance with AWS requirements. * Provide commissioning and systems-level testing support. * Create red-lined drawings and documentation of systems. * Follow change management processes to generate work requests and methods of procedures. * Participate in factory witness tests at vendor or panel builder facilities. * Perform root cause analysis during testing and commissioning. * Ensure personnel on site utilize proper safety methodology. * Perform service activities including monitoring and reviewing ticketing systems, conducting root cause analysis, and prioritizing tasks. * Actively manage service agreements including vendor labor scheduling, quality assurance, and financial invoice review. * Participate in material handling tasks such as lifting, carrying, or moving up to 50 lbs of equipment, and utilize OSHA-standard safety equipment including limited weight-bearing work platforms, ladders, step stools, and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety harnesses. * Perform other tasks as assigned by manager A day in the life A typical day is attending morning construction/commissioning meetings, assessing and prioritization of project tasks and service tickets for the given day. Field work which requires configuring controllers, testing sensors, troubleshooting, safety site walks, and supporting general startup processes. Technician is responsible for logging their daily efforts in construction and service related AWS tools. The mission of the Data Center Controls Engineering team is to manage the design, deployment, and service of a highly reliable electrical and mechanical control system for the life-cycle of an AWS data center. ## Related Videos - [From Cloud Racks to Control Cabinets: Operating Kubernetes on Edge Devices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100160-from-cloud-racks-to-control-cabinets-operating-kubernetes-on-edge-devices) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025)