Data Center Technician

IREN; Mackenzie; On-site; CAD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Night shift premium

RRSP with company match

Health & dental insurance

Job summary

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. The Data Center Technician will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot the physical compute infrastructure in our Mackenzie data center.

This role requires IT certification or degree, Linux CLI experience, and strong collaboration across multiple data center sites on a rotating shift. The team emphasizes innovation, safety, and continuous improvement to ensure reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a diploma, degree, or certification in IT or a closely related field.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, CDCP, CCNA are an advantage.
• Ability to diagnose complex issues in high-performance computing environments.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools, remote system management, and automation frameworks.
• Strong verbal and written communication; team collaboration across data center sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize high-density GPU and accelerator environments.
• Design and scale next-gen infrastructure from cooling to power distribution and automation.
• Partner with engineering teams to deploy hardware and software stacks.
• Drive operational excellence through monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

Skills

High-performance computing knowledge

CLI/Linux familiarity

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma/degree in Information Technology or related field

IT industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CCNA)

Tools

Linux

Monitoring tools

Automation frameworks

Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Mackenzie, BC | Department: Operations | Reporting to: Operations Manager | Work Location Type: #onsite

Job Description

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way - responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Reporting to the Data Center Technical Lead, the Data Center Technician is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting the physical compute infrastructure in our data center.

Job Requirements

• Diploma, degree, or recognized certification in Information Technology or a closely related field is required. Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, CDCP, CCNA are an advantage
• Ability to understand and assist in diagnosing complex issues related to high-performance computing environments
• Familiarity with monitoring tools, remote system management, and infrastructure automation frameworks
• Prior experience with command-line interfaces (CLI), particularly in Linux environments
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to follow standardized operating procedures
• Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, supporting the effective operation of people and systems across multiple data center sites
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence
• Strong personal integrity, openness, and professional honesty
• Ability to develop innovative, practical solutions to technical challenges
• Excellent organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels
• A team player with a strong willingness to contribute beyond defined responsibilities and work across departments when needed

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Work with state-of-the-art AI hardware and some of the most advanced compute systems in the world
• Be part of a team that values innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning
• Make a measurable impact on the performance and reliability of global AI workloads

This role requires availability for a rotational shift schedule including day, night, and weekend coverage. Candidates must be comfortable working overnight and maintaining productivity during off-peak hours. A shift premium may apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Run the engines of modern AI by operating and optimizing high density GPU and accelerator environments
• Design and scale next-gen infrastructure, from cooling strategies to power distribution to automation frameworks
• Partner with world-class engineering teams to deploy cutting-edge hardware and software stacks
• Drive operational excellence through monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement
• Innovate relentlessly, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, reliability, and sustainability

Job Benefits

Compensation

• The hourly rate of pay range for this position is $27-36/hour
• Total package may be inclusive of a night shift premium for rotational shift positions
• Relocation assistance (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage - 100% company paid for employees and dependents
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life and critical illness coverage available
• Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform

Financial Well-Being

• RRSP with company match
• Voluntary TFSA

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
• Training and personal development opportunities

Lifestyle & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

Podtech Data Centers Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.