Data Center Technician: Critical Infra & Incident Response

Core Scientific, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific, Inc. seeks a Data Center Technician to monitor power, cooling, and environmental conditions in our Austin data center.

You will respond to incidents, manage data from CMMS and BMS, perform preventive maintenance, and help ensure safety and reliability of critical infrastructure. Join a fast-paced team that values hands-on problem solving, clear communication, and adherence to procedures while supporting our customers and internal stakeholders in delivering high-performance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in a related field or technical certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a data center environment.
• Technical knowledge of electrical distribution, emergency/standby power, HVAC, fire protection, UPS systems, rack PDUs, CRAH units, and monitoring/control systems (BMS/CMMS).
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to write reports and understand schematics/ drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily operation of the data center from a service delivery perspective.
• Utilize CMMS and BMS data to monitor infrastructure health and maintenance effectiveness.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment and communicate activities with stakeholders.
• Assist with developing and executing operating procedures and PM inspections; ensure quality control.
• Resolve electrical and mechanical issues promptly; communicate with leadership.
• Respond to emergencies and critical issues to achieve complete recovery.
• Gather data, troubleshoot, escalate as appropriate, and document resolutions.
• Maintain facility data, PM work orders, and change incidents; support value-add metrics.
• Maintain procedures and facility data; support change control and safety programs.
• Work with outside contractors and ensure compliance with safety rules.
• Participate in facility training, safety, and compliance programs.
• Support construction and commissioning as directed by Core Scientific Construction team.
• Maintain clean, debris-free facilities; oversee rounds, janitorial services, and landscaping.

Skills

Strong communication

Data center knowledge

Algebraic math

MS Office

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Related field degree

Technical certification

Tools

CMMS

BMS

Job description

Core Scientific, Inc. seeks a Data Center Technician to monitor power, cooling, and environmental conditions in our Austin data center.

You will respond to incidents, manage data from CMMS and BMS, perform preventive maintenance, and help ensure safety and reliability of critical infrastructure. Join a fast-paced team that values hands-on problem solving, clear communication, and adherence to procedures while supporting our customers and internal stakeholders in delivering high-performance