Datacenter Facilities Operations Technician

xAI; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in AI technology is seeking a Datacenter Facilities Operations Technician in Memphis, TN. This hands-on role involves maintaining and operating facility systems for supercomputing datacenters, ensuring safety and compliance, and requires a degree in engineering along with relevant experience.

Benefits

Long-term incentives

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

401(k) and disability insurance

Life insurance and discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on operations or facilities work experience; data center experience preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for MEP infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance.
• Provide operational expertise for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Routinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are maintained.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Engineering Principles

Electrical Engineering Principles

Technical Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC-based Control Systems

Building Management Systems

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Datacenter Facilities Operations Technician

Memphis, TN

About xAI

xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.

All engineers and researchers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

xAI is seeking engineering technicians to operate and maintain the facility systems serving supercomputing datacenter builds. This is a hands-on role with responsibilities including maintenance, operations, and repair of facilities as they pertain to all MEP Systems.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for MEP infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance, ensuring the sites align with all local and regional health and safety requirements.
• Provide operational expertise for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems at the datacenter facility. Systems and equipment include pumps, piping, chillers, cooling towers, CRAH units, wiring, lighting, generators, motors, water supply, UPS, and switchgear.
• Routinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are maintained and proactively report facility issues.
• Write and execute MOPs, SOPs, EOPs.
• Available for occasional on-site emergency calls during nights and weekends.
• Perform daily inspections of critical systems.
• Identify and maintain spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and supervise scheduled system shutdowns.
• Develop and implement energy monitoring metrics.
• Support commissioning efforts by witnessing equipment startup, assisting with functional testing, and monitoring construction progress.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (relevant experience acceptable in lieu of degree).
• 3+ years of hands-on operations or facilities work experience; data center experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and systems.
• Experience with critical systems documentation including plans, procedures, and operations manuals.
• Experience with Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and/or Building Management Systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient with hand tools and power tools.
• Available to work different shifts providing 24x7 coverage.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
• Pre-employment and annual background checks.
• Ability to work in tight quarters and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Comfort working at heights up to 100 feet with safety gear.
• Ability to work in environments with fumes, odors, and noise.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Valid driver’s license.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $74,880 - $104,000. Actual salary depends on experience, skills, and education.

Includes long-term incentives, stock options, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, life insurance, and discounts.

xAI is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws regarding employment discrimination and fair chance hiring policies.