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Manager, Facilities Operations - Memphis

xAI· Data Center
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Hybrid (Southaven, MS; Memphis, TN)full-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Facilities Operations Manager responsible for reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of critical data center infrastructure, leading a team of Supervisors and Technicians, driving safety, efficiency, and uptime at SpaceXSI Memphis.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Facilities Operations Supervisors and Technicians, fostering excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Own the maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance of data center infrastructure (HVAC, power distribution, UPS, generators, environmental systems).
  • Develop, implement, and optimize preventive/predictive maintenance programs, calibration strategies, and system KPIs.
  • Create and enforce SOPs, emergency plans, and change management processes.
  • Ensure safety compliance and champion a strong safety culture.
  • Partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations for intake, installation, commissioning, and lifecycle management.
  • Oversee inventory, asset management, and spare parts strategy with accurate tracking and cost control.
  • Manage critical equipment maintenance, repairs, and capital projects with documentation and root-cause analysis.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize energy/resource use.
  • Own vendor relationships, service contracts, and performance management for facilities support.
  • Provide 24/7 on-call leadership and rapid response to critical facilities incidents.
  • Develop and manage operational budgets, forecasts, and resource planning for the facilities team.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field (relevant experience may substitute).
  • 7+ years managing critical facilities systems (power, cooling, environmental controls) in data center/mission-critical environments.
  • 5+ years people leadership experience in critical facilities or technical operations.
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems in data centers.
  • Track record of leading facilities infrastructure projects end-to-end.
  • Proficiency with building management systems (BMS), environmental monitoring tools, and CMMS.
  • Strong prioritization, time management, and decision-making under pressure.
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments with attention to detail.
  • Must pass pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs, work at heights up to 50 feet with safety gear, tolerate noise, and work in confined spaces.
  • Availability to work evenings and weekends as site needs require; valid driver’s license.

Skills

Required:Leadership and People ManagementData Center InfrastructureBMS/CMMSVendor and Budget Management
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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