xAI
WaterTreatmentOperator
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“Water Treatment Operator at xAI. Skills: Water treatment systems, Process operation, System maintenance. Monitor and operate water treatment processes. Perform routine inspections, adjustments, and maintenance”
What You'll Achieve.
Produce high-quality water for cooling; Ensure continuous system performance; Minimize environmental impact; Support water conservation goals; Maintain regulatory compliance
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot operational issues; Problem-solving skills
Work rotating shifts, On-call as needed, Occasional lifting, Physical tasks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or technical training or certification, 2+ years of experience operating water or wastewater treatment systems, Knowledge of water chemistry, treatment processes, and basic mechanical/electrical systems, Ability to read and interpret technical documents, P&IDs, and control schematics, Valid driver’s license
Nice to Have
Tennessee Water or Wastewater Treatment Operator certification, Experience with advanced treatment technologies, Familiarity with SCADA systems, automated controls, and data logging, Background in data center, power generation, or large-scale cooling water operations, Safety mindset and experience with LOTO, confined space, and hazardous materials handling
What You'll Do.
Monitor and operate water treatment processes
Perform routine inspections
Collect and analyze water samples
Respond to alarms and troubleshoot operational issues
Maintain accurate logs
Support preventive maintenance
Collaborate with teams on system commissioning
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Facilities teams; Operations teams; Environmental teams
Full Job Description
ABOUT xAI 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. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking a skilled and reliable Water Treatment Operator to support the operation and maintenance of xAI’s advanced water recycling and treatment systems at our Colossus facilities in Memphis. This role is critical to ensuring reliable, high-quality reclaimed water supply for cooling our AI supercomputing infrastructure while minimizing environmental impact and supporting water conservation goals. You will monitor, operate, and maintain treatment processes, equipment, and systems in a fast-paced industrial environment. This is a full-time, onsite role based in the Memphis region, working closely with facilities, operations, and environmental teams to maintain uptime and regulatory compliance. RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitor and operate water treatment processes, including filtration, membrane systems, chemical dosing, disinfection, and reclamation systems to produce high-quality water for cooling. Perform routine inspections, adjustments, and maintenance on pumps, valves, gauges, meters, control panels, and related equipment. Collect and analyze water samples for key parameters (pH, conductivity, turbidity, chlorine, etc.); record data and adjust treatment accordingly. Respond to alarms, troubleshoot operational
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