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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.

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. The systems and equipment can include pumps, piping, chillers, cooling towers, CRAH units, wiring, lighting systems, generators, motors, water supply, UPS and switchgear, etc...
• Routinely inspect all areas to ensure performance measures are being maintained and proactively self-reporting the problems of facilities.
• Experience with writing and executing MOPs, SOPs, EOPs
• Available for occasional on-site emergency calls 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.
• Responsible for MEP Infrastructure site safety and environmental compliance, ensuring the sites align with all local and regional, health and safety requirements.

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 is preferred).
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering principles and systems. (Both would be a huge plus.)
• Experience and knowledge of all critical systems documentation including Plans, Procedures and Operations Manuals
• Experience and knowledge of Building and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems and Operations
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Experience with PLC-based control systems and/or with Building Management Systems (Client)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and technical writing skills in English Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to utilize hand tools and power tools as needed.
• Available to work different shifts providing 24x7 coverage.

Additional Requirements

• Position is subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
• Position is subject to pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks
• Work is often performed in tight quarters and physical dexterity is necessary to preform job functions
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs. unassisted
• Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 100 feet) with appropriate safety gear
• Comfortable working in extreme outdoor environments heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Comfortable working in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Available to work evenings and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Willing to travel as needed (up to 10%)
• Valid driver’s license

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $74,880 - $104,00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at xAI. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.