Data Center Technician I

Drumheller , Canada

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Engage with cutting-edge computing and networking equipment, ensuring high uptime and basic repairs while adapting to evolving technologies in a dynamic work environment.

ABOUT HUT 8

Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Data Center Technician I, you will be working with state-of-the-art computing and networking equipment ensuring high uptime and basic repair services on a constant basis. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn the existing landscape of network technologies, and exhibit the ability to adapt to change, as well as remain current on developing technologies. An analytical mindset will be essential for effective troubleshooting and diagnosing on the miners in order to ensure the optimal uptime on our machines and turnaround times. The Data Center Technician I will be under general supervision, performing a variety of basic routine maintenance. This ideal candidate ensures that the facility is available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition. This individual operates a variety of maintenance and cleaning tools and equipment; and performs related work as directed by Associate Manager and Manager, Data Center Operations.

Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:

  • General facility duties as assigned
  • Basic understanding of operations and infrastructure of the site
  • Basic miner diagnostics and repair
  • Introductory mechanical skills
  • Miner tools
  • Basic repairs
  • Basic data analysis skills
  • Basic flashing firmware skills
  • Ability to complete projects at discretion of supervisor/operations manager
  • And other duties as assigned

ABOUT YOU

  • Must have a High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-3+ years’ experience in IT/computer hardware, systems/electrical engineering, network administration, and/or troubleshooting. (Related Military experience will be considered)
  • Bitcoin mining farm experience is a plus+
  • English language proficiency is required.
  • A basic understanding of IP addressing and subnets and an understanding of small electronics or medium to low voltage electrical.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to be a problem solver, diligent, hard worker, team player, and demonstrate flexibility.
  • The individual must have the ability to be on your feet 7+ hours per day
  • Ability to lift/carry 30-50 lbs
  • Tolerance to Harsh Conditions - our working environment is both indoors and outdoors and includes cold rooms with excess wind speed and hot rooms. You also don’t mind getting dirty
  • Must pass a motor vehicle check
  • Must have own reliable transportation to get to and from the designated work site location

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is onsite at one of our data center locations in Drumheller, Canada. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role will be hourly starting at  $26.45 CAD/hr.

WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.

At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:

▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting

▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government

▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team

▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid Time Off: Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes paid time off.

Welcome to the Hut 8 careers page! We encourage you to review the open positions and apply to any which interest you. ABOUT HUT 8 Led by a team of business-building technologists, we provide the infrastructure and solutions that will fuel the global technology ecosystem well into the next industrial revolution. A leading innovator, we are the first company to operate computing infrastructure across our sites that mines Bitcoin and delivers cloud, colocation, and high performance computing services to our enterprise customers.

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CAD $26 per hour
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