Mechanical Journeyman

Core Scientific; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific is seeking a Mechanical Journeyman for on-site work in Texas. The role involves diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical systems across data centers, including HVAC, hydronics, and related equipment.

You will perform break-fix, routine PMs, and support mechanical projects while coordinating with the team. Qualified candidates have formal vocational training, 7+ years of trade experience, a valid driver’s license, and proven ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced facility

Qualifications

• Formal vocational school training in the fundamentals of the specific trade.
• 7+ years of increasingly responsible experience in the specific trade.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and small hand tools.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Break-fix of electro-mechanical systems (HVAC, Hydronics, Appliances, Rollup doors, dock locks, air compressors).
• Conduct spill and leak detection system inspections and repairs as needed.
• Hydronic rack cooling maintenance and commissioning.
• PMs on HVAC and Hydronic systems (Pumps, Strainers, Cooling Towers).
• Team scheduling and material requisition.
• Provide mechanical project support.
• Clean In Place on heat exchangers.
• Chiller tube inspections and cleaning.
• Site plumbing maintenance/repair.
• Conduct eyewash stations/shower maintenance and inspections.
• Perform forklift maintenance.
• Perform gas valve preventative maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Scissor lift operation

Hand tools

Autonomous work

Communication

Education

Vocational/trade school training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. Core Scientific is a publicly trade company (NASDAQ: CORZ). We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations. Our footprint consists of 11 data center campuses across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers.

What sets us apart?

We have an entrepreneurial culture, a "can-do" and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting-edge innovations developed by our team of experts.

Join us and accelerate your career alongside our groundbreaking journey. We seek smart, creative, and collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.

Ready to be part of something exceptional?

The Job

The Mechanical Journeyman is a skilled tradesperson who has completed an apprenticeship and is fully qualified to work independently in the mechanical trades involving one or more of the following: heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, piping, or mechanical systems. The Journeyman will be responsible for performing journey-level mechanical duties in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline, diesel, battery, and electric equipment.

Responsibilities

• Break-fix of all Electro-mechanical systems (HVAC, Hydronics, Appliances, Rollup doors, dock locks, air compressors, etc.).
• Conduct spill and leak detection system inspections and repairs as needed.
• Hydronic rack cooling (Deschutes) maintenance and commissioning.
• PMs on HVAC and Hydronic systems (Pumps, Strainers, Cooling Towers, etc.).
• Team scheduling and material requisition.
• Contribute to site failure reporting (Equipment Status Log).
• Provide mechanical project support.
• Clean In Place on heat exchangers.
• Chiller tube inspections and cleaning.
• Site plumbing maintenance/repair.
• Conduct eyewash stations/shower maintenance and inspections.
• Perform forklift maintenance.
• Perform gas valve preventative maintenance.
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team as well as with co-workers/ teammates and leaders across the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Formal vocational school training completion in the fundamentals of the specific trade is required.
• 7+ years of increasingly responsible experience in the specific trade, required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to follow guidance from other staff members and management.
• Basic understanding of email and MS Office software is required.
• A positive and professional attitude is always required, with a high attention to detail. high attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and small hand tools.
• Prior military or technical school training, preferred.

Reports To Assistant Manager, Critical Facilities Location On Site Travel Minimal travel between data centers may be required as needed.

Work Environment

This job operates in a data center, office, and shop environment. This role routinely uses standard maintenance equipment, including ladders, scissor lifts, forklifts, power tools, and voltmeters. While performing these duties, the employee will be exposed to hot and cold environments.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, onsite position. General hours and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Supervisory Experience (Yes or No) No Core Scientific is a leader in digital infrastructure for high-density colocation services and digital asset mining. We operate dedicated, purpose-built facilities for digital asset mining and are a premier provider of digital infrastructure, software solutions, and services to our third‑party customers.