Data Center Technician - Vega, TX (Night Shift)
Hut 8 Corp. · Hut 8 Corp. is a cryptocurrency mining and blockchain infrastructure company focused on digital asset mining.
Amarillo, TX101-250 employeesPosted 4 days ago
Post-IPO Debt · $4.3Braised 4 months agoled by Coatue, FalconX, Coinbase
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<p> </p></div><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p>
<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">As a Data Center Technician, you will work with state-of-the-art computing and networking </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">equipment to ensure optimal uptime and provide regular basic repair services. The ideal candidate </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">will be eager to learn about our network technologies and will demonstrate the ability to adapt to </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">evolving systems. You should also be able to stay current with emerging technologies. An </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">analytical mindset is essential for troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with mining equipment, </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">ensuring maximum uptime and minimizing turnaround times.</span></p>
<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">The Data Center Technician will perform routine maintenance under general supervision. This </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">position ensures that the facility remains available for use and is consistently maintained in a safe </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">and clean condition. The role involves operating various maintenance and mining tools and </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">equipment, as well as performing other related tasks as directed by the Associate Manager and/or </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Manager of Data Center Operations.</span></p>
<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335559685":0,"335559731":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1.15,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:</span></p>
<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335559685":0,"335559731":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1.14999,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Operations Management: </span></p>
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<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Monitor, maintain, and optimize all critical data center systems, including power distribution </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">units, UPS systems, cooling infrastructure, backup generators, and fire suppression systems to </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">ensure continuous and efficient mining operations.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Carry out basic </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">miner</span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"> repairs and maintenance, flash firmware on miners, and handle </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">associated miner tools and equipment.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Perform general facility duties as assigned.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Support preventative maintenance schedules, performing regular inspections, cleaning, and </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">necessary repairs on all data center equipment to prevent unplanned downtime.</span></li>
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<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335559685":0,"335559731":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1.14999,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Incident Response:</span></p>
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<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Quickly identify and troubleshoot infrastructure and miner issues, coordinating with multiple </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">teams to resolve technical problems and restore service with minimal disruption to mining </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">activities.</span></li>
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<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335559685":0,"335559731":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Reporting and Analysis:</span></p>
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<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Monitor and contribute to detailed performance reports, including metrics such as uptime, </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">power usage, and environmental conditions, to assist with decision-making and continuous </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">improvement initiatives.</span></li>
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<p data-ccp-props="{"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559683":0,"335559685":0,"335559731":0,"335562764":2,"335562765":1,"335562766":4,"335562767":0,"335562768":4,"335562769":0}"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS</span></p>
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<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Beginner to intermediate knowledge of data center infrastructure, including electrical </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">systems, cooling systems, and network architecture, specifically within the context of Bitcoin </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,1," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">mining operations.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Proficiency in troubleshooting complex technical issues related to power, cooling, and </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">network systems.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Knowledge of data center best practices, standards, and maintenance procedures is </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">preferred but not required.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to react quickly to critical incidents.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting and team collaboration.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure, fast-paced </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">environment.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Familiarity with safety standards, energy efficiency practices, and compliance regulations in </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">data center operations.</span></li>
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<p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p>
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<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">High school diploma or equivalent.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">1-3+ years of experience in IT/computer hardware, systems/electrical engineering, network </span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">administration, and/or troubleshooting.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Bitcoin mining experience is a plus.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Proficiency in English is required.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">A basic understanding of IP addressing, subnets, and small electronics or medium to low-</span><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">voltage electrical systems is a plus.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Flexibility to adapt to various tasks and environments.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Physical stamina: the ability to stand for 7+ hours per day.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Tolerance for harsh environmental conditions, including both indoor and outdoor settings.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Must pass a motor vehicle check.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Must have reliable transportation to and from the designated work site.</span></li>
<li data-charcodes="8226" data-font="Arial,Sans-Serif" data-buautonum="8" data-margin="270" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="TextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4">Ability to work as a member of a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-performing team </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4">is paramount to this role – your success in this role will not just come from how hard </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP243257072 BCX4">you work as an individual, but how strong of a team you help create across the facility.</span></span></span></li>
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<p><em data-stringify-type="italic">Military & Veterans Encouraged to apply - Hut 8 aims to recruit experienced military Veterans who deliver top leadership abilities, a "lead from the front" mentality, and efficient communication skills to help drive success across our data centers.</em></p>
<p><strong>ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT</strong></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4">This role is based onsite at one of our data center locations in Amarillo, TX. Reasonable </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4">accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4" lang="EN" data-scheme-color="@000000,13," data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXP45816797 BCX4">essential functions of the role.</span></span></p>
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