HVAC Maintenance Technician

IREN; Prince George; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

RRSP match

TFSA

Job summary

Podtech Data Centers Inc. in Canada is seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Technician to support high-density data center cooling, including traditional air handling and liquid cooling infrastructure.

You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC and thermal management systems, coordinate with controls, electrical, and IT teams, and ensure uptime across day and night shifts within a 4-on-4-off rotation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HVAC experience in commercial/industrial facilities.
• Knowledge of hydronic cooling and liquid distribution.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and controls.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills in thermal systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations and preventive maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Monitor alarms and deviations (temp, humidity, flow, pressure) and respond.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and thermal issues with controls, electrical, IT teams.
• Assist with commissioning and testing of new cooling infrastructure.
• Document maintenance activities and readings in CMMS/work orders.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO, confined spaces, chemical handling.
• Support KPI tracking by reporting on system performance metrics.

Skills

HVAC experience

Hydronic cooling

Liquid cooling

BMS & controls

P&IDs reading

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Tools

CMMS/Work Order Systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled HVAC Maintenance Technician with expertise in supporting advanced cooling technologies in a high-density, mission-critical data center environment. The HVAC Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC and thermal management systems, including both traditional air handling and emerging liquid cooling infrastructure. This role is essential in ensuring uptime, efficiency, and stable environmental conditions within the data center.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Competencies include:

• 5+ years HVAC experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities (data center experience strongly preferred).
• Knowledge of hydronic cooling systems, liquid distribution, and precision air handling.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills in thermal systems and fluid dynamics.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Certifications:

• HVAC Journeyman License or equivalent
• Experience with liquid cooling (L2C, immersion) preferred
• CMMS or Work Order Management proficiency

Other important requirements:

• Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
• Must provide own steel-toed work boots; other PPE will be supplied.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.

This role requires availability for a 4-on-4-off rotational shift schedule including day and night shifts. Candidates must be comfortable working overnight and maintaining productivity during off-peak hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform daily operations and preventative maintenance of HVAC systems, including:
  • Liquid-to-chip cooling systems (CDUs, manifolds, pumps)
  • BMS-integrated thermal control systems
• Conduct routine inspections, monitor system performance, and respond to alarms or deviations (temperature, humidity, flow, pressure).
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and thermal system issues in coordination with controls, electrical, and IT teams.
• Assist with commissioning and testing of new cooling infrastructure during buildouts or retrofits.
• Document all maintenance activities, system readings, and repairs in CMMS/work order systems.
• Follow strict safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and chemical handling protocols.
• Support KPI tracking by reporting on system performance metrics (e.g., temperature delta, coolant flow, efficiency indicators).

Job Benefits

Compensation

• The hourly rate of pay range for this position is $40-50/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.

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