# Manager, Facilities Operations

**Company:** [xAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/xai)
**Location:** Memphis, TN, Southaven, MS
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Facilities Management, Hvac, Power Distribution, Bms, Cmms, Plc, Data Center Infrastructure, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Root Cause Analysis, Sop Development, Project Management
**Posted:** 2026-07-31

> Lead facilities operations for data center infrastructure at SpaceXAI, owning maintenance, uptime, and optimization of power, cooling, and environmental systems while managing and developing a team of supervisors and technicians. Requires 7+ years in critical facilities, 5+ years people leadership, and deep knowledge of electrical/mechanical/HVAC systems.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Facilities Operations Supervisors and Technicians, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Own the overall maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance of data center infrastructure, including HVAC, power distribution, UPS, generators, and environmental systems.
- Develop, implement, and continuously optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs, equipment calibration strategies, and system performance KPIs.
- Create, refine, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency response plans, and change management processes to drive operational consistency and excellence.
- Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and internal policies; champion a strong safety culture across the facilities team.
- Partner closely with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams to streamline equipment intake, installation, commissioning, and lifecycle management.
- Oversee inventory, asset management, and spare parts strategy using internal applications, ensuring accurate tracking, forecasting, and cost control.
- Manage critical equipment maintenance, repairs, and capital projects, ensuring timely resolution, rigorous documentation, and root-cause analysis.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve energy and resource utilization.
- Own vendor relationships, service contracts, and performance management for critical facilities support.
- Provide 24/7 on-call leadership and drive rapid, effective response to critical facilities incidents.
- Develop and manage operational budgets, forecasts, and resource planning for the facilities team.

## Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering field (relevant experience may substitute for degree).
- 7+ years of experience managing critical facilities systems, including power, cooling, and environmental controls in data center or mission-critical environments.
- 5+ years of people leadership experience in critical facilities or technical operations environments, including direct management of supervisors or technical teams.
- In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems in data centers.
- Proven track record of leading facilities infrastructure projects from planning through execution.
- Proficiency with building management systems (BMS), environmental monitoring tools, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Strong prioritization, time management, and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment while maintaining rigorous 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.

## Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience programming or deeply configuring PLC-based control systems and advanced Building Management Systems.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification (EPA 608 Technician).
- Experience managing operational budgets and capital expenditure projects in a data center environment.
- Prior experience scaling facilities operations in a high-growth technology or mission-critical setting.

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