Data Center Facilities Technician

Core Scientific•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America, with a mission to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly. The company is a $5 billion publicly traded entity (NASDAQ: CORZ) that powers AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads, in addition to digital asset mining operations. They own and operate nine data centers across seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for their customers. Core Scientific fosters an entrepreneurial culture with a "can-do" and collaborative attitude, and they own and control their infrastructure, which enables operational excellence, increased efficiency, and rapid deployment of cutting-edge innovations. The Data Center Technician will be responsible for monitoring and managing power, cooling capacity, and environmental conditions within the data center. This role acts as a first responder to incidents that occur within the data center envelope and will manage the workflow for both planned and unplanned data center activities, ensuring timely completion and adherence to federal and local safety laws and policies.

Requirements

A high school diploma/GED is required
A minimum of 3 years of experience working in a data center environment is required
Technical knowledge of systems such as electrical distribution, emergency/standby power, HVAC, fire protection, UPS systems, floor PDUs, rack PDUs, CRAH units, and monitoring and control systems (BMS/CMMS) is required
Proficiency in algebraic math computations is required
A valid driver’s license is required
Ability to write reports and understand schematic and architectural drawings is required
Strong communication skills are required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other standard software programs is required

Nice To Haves

A degree in a related field or a technical certification is preferred
Understanding networking hardware and software, including routers, switches, and protocols, is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain the daily operation of the data center from a service delivery perspective
Utilize, understand, and evaluate data received from the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Building Monitoring System (BMS) to monitor infrastructure health and the effectiveness of planned and unplanned maintenance
Coordinate the preventive maintenance of data center electrical and mechanical equipment and manage communication of such activities with internal and customer stakeholders
Assist with the development, revision, and execution of operating procedures and preventive maintenance inspections and perform quality control reviews to ensure accuracy, clarity, and continual improvement
Resolve all electrical and mechanical issues within the data center promptly, minimizing risk and effectively communicating issues to leadership
Respond to emergencies and critical issues as necessary (independently and as a team), according to staffing and the situation, to achieve complete recovery
Gather data and readings, troubleshoot and document technical issues, escalate as appropriate, and ensure issue resolution
Maintain accurate facility data, including rounds, preventive maintenance (PM) work orders, change incidents, and problem management
Develop and maintain documentation alongside operating procedures and facility data to create value-add metrics for both Core Scientific and our customers
Maintain strict adherence to change control activities and assist in improving systems
Work effectively with outside contractors and ensure they abide by critical facility work and safety rules
Participate regularly in facility training, safety, and compliance programs
Participate in construction and commissioning as the Core Scientific Construction team directs
Maintain a clean and debris-free facility, overseeing property management tasks such as facility rounds at the beginning of each shift, janitorial services, and landscaping
Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team, with co-workers/teammates, and leaders across the organization
Performs other duties as assigned