Construction Supervisor LOTO - Mechanical

IREN; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Health insurance

401(k) match

Professional development

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Construction Supervisor LOTO - Mechanical in Sweetwater, TX. You will lead lockout/tagout programs, ensuring mechanical systems are isolated, verified, and released in line with OSHA requirements during startup, testing and turnover of data center infrastructure.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical construction, hazardous energy control, and field leadership to oversee contractors and safety professionals on mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of mechanical construction, commissioning, operations, or hazardous energy control experience.
• OSHA-compliant LOTO programs and hazardous energy control expertise.
• Ability to read, interpret, and verify mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and commissioning documentation.
• Formal LOTO training or certification preferred; OSHA 30 is required.
• Experience coordinating multi-contractor projects in data center or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as site SME for hazardous energy control and OSHA compliance.
• Develop safe LOTO execution plans and identify energy isolation points.
• Lead LOTO activities on pumps, valves, piping, HVAC and critical infrastructure.
• Coordinate across contractors, vendors, and operations for safe work execution.
• Maintain LOTO logs, permits and isolation records.

Skills

LOTO expertise

OSHA 30

Reading P&IDs

Mechanical systems

Leadership

Safety communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Type: Full-Time | Location: Sweetwater, TX | Department: Construction | Reporting to: Associate Director, Construction | Work Location Type: #onsite

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

As theConstruction Supervisor LOTO - Mechanical, you will play a critical role in the safe delivery and commissioning of next-generation data center infrastructure by leading the implementation and oversight of lockout/tagout (LOTO) programs across complex mechanical systems. Working closely with construction teams, commissioning engineers, contractors, and safety professionals, you will ensure equipment is properly isolated, verified, and released in accordance with OSHA requirements and project procedures during startup, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities. Your technical understanding of mechanical systems, attention to detail, and commitment to safety will help prevent the release of hazardous energy, protect personnel, and support the successful delivery of mission-critical facilities. If you are a safety-focused mechanical professional who thrives in fast-paced construction environments and takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of accountability and operational excellence, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on some of the industry's most advanced data center projects.

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.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, or hazardous energy control programs within industrial, mission-critical, data center, power generation, or large commercial environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in OSHA-compliant Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs, hazardous energy control, and mechanical system isolation, verification, and restoration procedures.
• Formal LOTO training or certification preferred; experience administering or coordinating project-wide LOTO programs strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification required; OSHA 500, First Aid/CPR, or additional safety certifications are a plus.
• Ability to read, interpret, and verify mechanical drawings, P&IDs, equipment submittals, and commissioning documentation.
• Proven ability to lead field personnel, coordinate across multiple contractors and stakeholders, and effectively communicate safety-critical requirements.
• Experience overseeing LOTO activities across multiple contractors and work groups while maintaining compliance with project safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Experience supporting data center or mission-critical projects

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.
• Must be comfortable working arotational schedule, which includes day and night shifts as well as weekend work, based on project needs.
• Employees working night shifts will receive a 15% premium added to their hourly rate only for hours worked during night shifts.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the site subject matter expert for hazardous energy control, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, site safety procedures, and project-specific LOTO requirements.
• Review construction, commissioning, and testing activities to identify required energy isolation points and develop safe LOTO execution plans.
• Lead and oversee the execution of mechanical lockout/tagout (LOTO) activities on pumps, valves, piping systems, HVAC equipment, and other critical mechanical infrastructure.
• Manage LOTO activities across critical mechanical infrastructure, including chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, piping systems, CRAH/CRAC units, air handling equipment, heat exchangers, and associated plant equipment.
• Verify the isolation, release, and control of hazardous energy sources, including pressure, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, and mechanical energy, ensuring systems are safe for personnel before work begins.
• Administer group lockout procedures, lock boxes, and personnel accountability processes when multiple contractors, vendors, or work groups are involved.
• Coordinate and communicate with commissioning teams, contractors, vendors, operations personnel, and safety representatives to ensure safe and efficient execution of work activities.
• Partner with commissioning teams to support equipment startup, shutdown, energization, de-energization, system testing, and turnover activities.
• Conduct field audits and inspections of active LOTO activities to verify compliance with OSHA requirements, site procedures, and project safety standards.
• Develop, review, and maintain system flow diagrams, P&IDs, isolation plans, and LOTO documentation to clearly communicate affected systems and boundaries.
• Maintain and audit LOTO logs, isolation records, permits, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to project personnel on LOTO procedures, hazardous energy control requirements, and safe work practices.

Job Benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.

Compensation

• The expected hourly rate for this role is $53.00 USD.
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications.
• Per Diem amount of $180.00 and project allowance, when applicable
• 15% night-shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living-out-allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations 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 are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

IE US Operations, Inc. "IREN" participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.