SpaceXAIâs 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 companyâs mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a Facilities Operations Technician at SpaceXAI, you'll dive in, operating and maintaining the critical facility systems that power our supercomputing data centers. Working hands-on with MEP systems, youâll tackle maintenance, operations, and repairs, ensuring peak performance and reliability. Expect to troubleshoot complex issues, streamline processes, and collaborate with teams to keep our infrastructure running smoothly, directly supporting SpaceXAI's mission to accelerate human scientific discovery through AI.
This role includes the following positions, each with increasing responsibility:
âFacilities Operations Technician: Independently operate and maintain critical mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in supercomputing data centers, ensuring high reliability and performance through hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
âSr Facilities Operations Technician: Perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting of critical data center systems like HVAC, power, and environmental controls, while mentoring junior technicians to ensure operational reliability.
âFacilities Operations Lead: Oversee the maintenance and optimization of critical data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and environmental systems, while leading a team of technicians to ensure operational reliability and efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
âResponsible for MEP Infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance, ensuring the sites align with all local and regional health and safety requirements.
âProvide operational expertise for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems at the datacenter facility. The systems and equipment can include pumps, piping, chillers, cooling towers, CRAH units, wiring, lighting systems, generators, motors, water supply, UPS and switchgear, etc.
âRoutinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are being maintained and proactively self-report the problems of facilities.
âExperience with writing and executing MOPs, SOPs, EOPs.
âPerform daily inspections of critical systems.
âIdentify and maintain spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.
âCoordinate and supervise scheduled system shutdowns.
âDevelop and implement energy monitoring metrics.
âSupport commissioning efforts by witnessing equipment startup, assisting with functional testing, and monitoring construction progress.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
âBachelorâs Degree in Mechanical or Electrical or 2+ years of hands-on operations/facilities work experience in lieu of degree (data center experience preferred).
âKnowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and systems (both would be a huge plus).
âExperience and knowledge of all critical systems documentation including Plans, Procedures, and Operations Manuals.
âExperience and knowledge of Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations.
âStrong troubleshooting skills.
âExperience with PLC-based control systems and/or with Building Management Systems (Client).
âExcellent written and verbal communication and technical writing skills in English.
âPhysical Requirements:
âAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.
âAbility to utilize hand tools and power tools as needed.
âWork is often performed in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is necessary to perform job functions.
âAbility to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
âComfortable working at elevated heights (up to 100 feet) with appropriate safety gear.
âComfortable working in extreme outdoor environmentsâheat, cold, rain, etc.
âComfortable working in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
âAvailable to work flexible shifts providing 24x7 coverage as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
âPosition is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.
âPosition is subject to pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.
âWilling to travel as needed (up to 10%).
âValid driverâs license.
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