Data Center Facilities Operations Lead

Xai; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI Memphis is seeking a Facilities Operations Manager to own the reliability and continuous improvement of critical data center infrastructure. You will lead a team of Facilities Operations Supervisors and Technicians, driving hands-on technical excellence, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to maximize uptime and efficiency.

This role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, vendor management, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-critical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field.
• 7+ years managing critical facilities systems, including power, cooling, and environmental controls.
• 5+ years people leadership experience in critical facilities or technical operations environments.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems in data centers.
• Proficiency with building management systems (BMS), environmental monitoring tools, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Facilities Operations Supervisors and Technicians.
• Own the maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance of data center infrastructure (HVAC, power distribution, UPS, generators, environmental systems).
• Develop, implement, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs, equipment calibration strategies, and KPIs.
• Create, refine, and enforce SOPs, emergency response plans, and change management processes.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and champion a strong safety culture.
• Partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams to streamline lifecycle management.
• Oversee inventory, asset management, and spare parts strategy with accurate tracking and cost control.
• Manage critical equipment maintenance, repairs, and capital projects with rigorous documentation and RCA.

Skills

Data center infrastructure

Team leadership

HVAC systems

Power distribution

BMS

CMMS

Project management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering

Tools

BMS

CMMS

Environmental monitoring tools

Job description

SpaceXAI Memphis is seeking a Facilities Operations Manager to own the reliability and continuous improvement of critical data center infrastructure. You will lead a team of Facilities Operations Supervisors and Technicians, driving hands-on technical excellence, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to maximize uptime and efficiency.

This role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, vendor management, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-critical