Data Center Technician- Medicine Hat at Hut 8 Canada

Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos; Canada (KY); On-site; USD 28,145 - 42,217; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hut 8 is seeking a Data Center Technician I to work onsite at their facility in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. The successful candidate will perform basic diagnostics and repairs on mining equipment, ensuring optimal uptime and functionality.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and 1-3+ years of relevant experience in IT or related fields. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in varying conditions are essential. Hut 8 offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years' experience in IT/computer hardware or network administration.
• Must demonstrate problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift or carry 30-50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostics and repairs on miners.
• Handle general facility duties as assigned.
• Utilize miner tools effectively.

Skills

IT/computer hardware

Troubleshooting

Basic mechanical skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Miner diagnostic tools

Basic data analysis tools

Job description

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.

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 providing basic repair services on a constant basis. The role requires a willingness to learn the existing landscape of network technologies and the ability to adapt to change while remaining current on developing technologies. An analytical mindset is essential for effective troubleshooting and diagnosing the miners to ensure optimal uptime and turnaround times.

Key Responsibilities

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

About You

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3+ years’ experience in IT/computer hardware, systems/electrical engineering, network administration, and/or troubleshooting
• Bitcoin mining farm experience is a plus
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
• 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
• Must be able to stand on your feet for 7+ hours per day and lift or carry 30-50 lbs
• Tolerance to harsh conditions – the working environment is both indoor and outdoor and includes cold rooms with excess wind speed and hot rooms; you do not mind getting dirty
• Must pass a motor vehicle check
• Must have own reliable transportation to get to and from the designated work site location
• Military & Veterans are encouraged to apply

About the Work Environment

This role is onsite at one of our data center locations in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off.

What Makes Hut 8 a Great Place to Work

• 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 of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives 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 lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
• Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure