# Facilities Operations Lead

**Company**: xAI
**Location**: Memphis, TN
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology
**Wikidata**: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q120599684

**Apply**: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xai/jobs/4821683007
**Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_5fc4cf1b-c97

## Description

As the Facilities Operations Lead at xAI Memphis, you will oversee the maintenance and performance of critical data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and environmental systems. You will lead a team of Facilities Operations Technicians, driving hands-on technical operations, team leadership, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our data center.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a team of Facilities Operations Technicians, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Oversee maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of data center infrastructure, including HVAC, power distribution, and backup systems.

- Develop, implement, and optimize preventive maintenance schedules, equipment calibration, and system performance monitoring.

- Create and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational consistency and efficiency.

- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

- Collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to streamline equipment intake, installation, and maintenance processes.

- Utilize internal applications for inventory and asset management, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.

- Manage critical equipment maintenance and repairs, ensuring timely resolution and detailed documentation.

- Partner with cross-functional teams to support seamless data center operations.

- Lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.

- Provide on-call support and respond promptly to critical facilities incidents.

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering field (relevant experience may substitute for degree).

- 8+ years of experience managing critical facilities systems, including power, cooling, and environmental controls.

- In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems in data centers.

- 8+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining critical facilities infrastructure.

- Proficiency with building management systems (BMS) and environmental monitoring tools.

- 5+ years of experience in inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining facilities equipment.

- Proven leadership experience in critical facilities or technical operations environments.

- Demonstrated ability to lead facilities infrastructure projects.

- Proficiency with hand tools and power tools.

- Strong prioritization and time management skills.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

- Must pass pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.

- Physical Requirements:

- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted.

- Comfortable working at heights up to 50 feet with appropriate safety gear.

- Ability to work in environments with exposure to noise.

- Physical dexterity to perform job functions in confined spaces.

- Availability to work evenings and weekends based on site operational needs; flexibility is required.

- Valid driver’s license.

## Skills

### Required
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- HVAC
- Building Management Systems
- Inventory Management
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Prioritization

### Nice to have
- PLC Programming
- Project Management
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification