Plumber - Memphis (Service and Repair)
About this role
Practitioners who thrive in high-stress environments and enjoy balancing several projects at any given time will find a strong fit within this team. The facilities operations group at xAI builds, activates, and maintains technically advanced data centers to support AI systems that understand the universe. Team members operate with autonomy to solve diverse problems, utilizing hands-on technical skills to maintain critical infrastructure.
This role exists to ensure zero unplanned interruptions in services by keeping plumbing and mechanical systems in peak operating condition. Professionals in this position collaborate closely with infrastructure engineers and internal customers to assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to strict specifications and codes. Ideal candidates possess a solid work ethic, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to communicate concisely.
What you will do
- Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain plumbing systems in peak operating condition and develop preventative maintenance instructions.
- Assemble, install, repair, and maintain pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
- Perform hands-on shop work and on-site disassembly, inspection, cleaning, troubleshooting, reassembly, and testing of pumps and mechanical equipment.
- Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required while ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Perform failure assessments and day-to-day safety inspections to make recommendations to supervisors.
- Adjust and fabricate mechanical parts using hand and machine tools for necessary repairs and upgrades.
- Operate equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, boom lifts, work trucks, and overhead cranes.
- Open, track, and resolve electronic work tickets on internal systems while maintaining compliance with building codes.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working with plumbing systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to share knowledge concisely.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple projects, and determine priorities with minimal guidance.
- Commitment to following site compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, regulations, and laws.
Nice to have
- Technical certification, journeyman, or master in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, or electrical systems
- Knowledge of high-pressure gas, flammable gas, and refrigeration gases
- Professional experience maintaining HEPA filters and standard AHU filtration systems
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level
- Familiarity with commercial building codes and ability to read technical blueprints
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What tools and software will I use in this role?
You will use hand and machine tools for mechanical repairs and upgrades, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to generate service reports and communicate internally. Additionally, you will operate equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, boom lifts, work trucks, and overhead cranes.
What are the core responsibilities regarding plumbing systems?
You will collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers to maintain plumbing systems in peak operating condition. This includes assembling, installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fittings, heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
What qualifications are required to apply?
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate along with at least 3 years of professional experience working with plumbing systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills are also expected for all employees.