Senior Data Center Facilities Lead

SpaceX Super Intelligence; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXSI in Memphis seeks a Sr. Facilities Operations Technician to operate and maintain critical MEP systems in our data centers supporting xAI’s mission. You will perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure peak performance and reliability of HVAC, power, and environmental controls.

You will also develop SOPs/MOPs, manage safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate system shutdowns, while mentoring junior technicians and ensuring seamless 24x7 operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or 6+ years equivalent) in mechanical/electrical field and data center experience preferred.
• Experience with critical systems documentation including Plans, Procedures and Operations Manuals.
• Knowledge of Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate technically in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in data centers to ensure high reliability.
• Perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting of HVAC, power, and environmental controls; mentor junior technicians.
• Oversee maintenance of data center infrastructure and lead technicians to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure site safety and environmental compliance per local and regional requirements.
• Provide operational expertise for MEP systems including pumps, chillers, wiring, generators, UPS, and switchgear.
• Inspect areas regularly to verify performance and proactively report problems.
• Write and execute MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs.
• Conduct daily inspections of critical systems.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate scheduled shutdowns.
• Develop energy monitoring metrics and support commissioning efforts.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical

6+ years hands-on facilities/operations experience

Tools

Building Management Systems

PLC-based control systems

Job description

SpaceXSI in Memphis seeks a Sr. Facilities Operations Technician to operate and maintain critical MEP systems in our data centers supporting xAI’s mission. You will perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure peak performance and reliability of HVAC, power, and environmental controls.

You will also develop SOPs/MOPs, manage safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate system shutdowns, while mentoring junior technicians and ensuring seamless 24x7 operations.