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Controls Specialist - Data Center

System One • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Controls Specialist (Data Center)

THIS POSITION WILL BE BASED IN CLAUDE, TX *

System One is seeking Controls Specialists in Claude, TX to be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and supporting PLC-based control systems within a mission-critical data center environment. This role requires strong working knowledge of Rockwell Automation platforms, particularly Studio 5000, with the ability to navigate existing control programs, isolate faults, and resolve system issues impacting power and cooling infrastructure. This is not a greenfield programming role. The ideal candidate understands how to move through ladder logic, identify interlocks, trace I/O, and support live operational systems in a high-availability environment. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience with a global supplier of manufacturing technology and services!

Important Details:

Pay rate range: $60 - $70/hr. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (10-hour days). Working every other Saturday. No Sundays. Close to 60-hour workweeks. All work over 40 hours will be time and a half.

Start date: Beginning of May, end of April

Duration: Potentially 2-year contract opportunity

Work location: Claude, TX 79019 (near Amarillo, TX)

Per Diem: $178/day

Weekly pay

Benefits after 30 days (health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, etc.)

401k after 30 days

Job offer will be contingent on drug screen and background check

PPE: Candidate must supply safety glasses and boots (prescription glasses at their own cost). Individuals must have ANSI-approved (Z-87) safety glasses (prescription and non-prescription) with side shields

OSHA 10 is required PRIOR to first day onsite

Key Responsibilities

Utilize Studio 5000 (Logix Designer) to navigate existing PLC programs and troubleshoot operational issues

Trace I/O points to identify sensor, device, or logic-related failures

Diagnose faults impacting critical infrastructure including:

Chillers and cooling systems

Switchgear and power distribution

Backup generators

Pumps and HVAC equipment

Review ladder logic, function blocks, and interlocks to isolate root cause

Coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to implement corrective actions

Support system modifications and minor logic adjustments when required

Verify communications between PLCs, HMIs, BMS, and EPMS systems

Maintain system documentation and ensure changes follow MOC (Management of Change) procedures

Participate in incident response for uptime-critical systems

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline

3+ years of experience working with Allen-Bradley PLC systems

Hands-on experience navigating and troubleshooting in Studio 5000

Strong understanding of ladder logic and industrial control architecture

Experience with EtherNet/IP and industrial communication protocols

Ability to analyze electrical schematics and P&IDs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in data center, power generation, manufacturing, or other mission-critical facilities

Familiarity with EPMS and BMS system integration

Understanding of HVAC and power distribution systems

Experience supporting live systems in high-availability environments

Key Competencies

Strong root cause analysis skills

Comfortable working in live, uptime-sensitive environments

Detail-oriented with strong system-level thinking

Clear communicator across engineering and operations teams

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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