Around-the-Clock Data Center Technician – Critical Facilities

Core Scientific; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to manage data center infrastructure and ensure 24x7 uptime across on-site facilities.

You will operate and maintain critical and non-critical systems, monitor power and cooling, and perform preventive maintenance while following company standards and safety best practices. A team-oriented, proactive approach and strong attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to coordinate with outside contractors and adapt to shift work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• 1+ year(s) of experience in Mission Critical Environments is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to follow guidance from other staff members and management required.
• Basic understanding of email and MS office software required.
• A positive and professional attitude is always required, and very high attention to detail is required.
• Prior military or technical school training, preferred.
• Electrical or mechanical license, preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and in a team environment preferred.
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including lawnmowers, forklifts, scissor lifts, and small hand tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain critical and non-critical data centre infrastructure, equipment, and systems.
• Work with a team of CFTs to deliver total availability (100% uptime) while minimizing risks.
• Monitor power, cooling capacity, and environmental conditions within the data halls.
• Utilize a CMMS to manage all planned and unplanned data centre work.
• Perform preventive maintenance on data centre electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Assist with development, revision, and execution of operating procedures and inspections.
• Assist with the development of Data Centre standards and policies.
• Resolve minor electrical and mechanical issues while communicating issues clearly.
• Respond to emergencies and critical issues and work to complete recovery.
• Troubleshoot and document technical issues, elevate as appropriate, and ensure resolution.
• Assist with planning on corrective issues.
• Assist and/or complete physical and logical installations.
• Maintain accurate facility data, including rounds, maintenance work orders, and change management.
• Maintain adherence to change control activities.
• Manage assigned workflow tasks for timely turnaround.
• Escort and work with outside contractors, ensuring compliance with rules.
• Complete facility rounds at the beginning of each shift.
• Participate in facility training programs regularly.
• Assist in facility operations, as required.
• Participate in construction and commissioning as directed by the CFM.
• Support 24x7 data centre operation and be flexible with shifts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional attitude

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Core Scientific is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to manage data center infrastructure and ensure 24x7 uptime across on-site facilities.

You will operate and maintain critical and non-critical systems, monitor power and cooling, and perform preventive maintenance while following company standards and safety best practices. A team-oriented, proactive approach and strong attention to detail are essential, as is the ability to coordinate with outside contractors and adapt to shift work.