Hut 8 is hiring a Data Center Technician in Managed Services — Pecos, TX. The overview below is synthesized from the employer posting on job-boards.greenhouse.io: factual requirements and scope are preserved, but prose is rewritten with editorial context. Verify details and apply via the employer link.
ABOUT HUT 8
Company context from the listing:
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.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Day-to-day scope for the Data Center Technician as described in the posting:
As a Data Center Technician I, you will be working with state-of-the-art computing and networking equipment ensuring high uptime and basic repair services on a constant basis. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn the existing landscape of network technologies, and exhibit the ability to adapt to change, as well as remain current on developing technologies.
Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:
- General facility duties as assigned
- Basic understanding of operations and infrastructure of the site
- Basic miner diagnostics and repair
- Introductory mechanical skills
- Miner tools
- Basic repairs
- Basic data analysis skills
- Basic flashing firmware skills
- Ability to complete projects at discretion of supervisor/operations manager
- And other duties as assigned
ABOUT YOU
Company context from the listing:
- 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.
- The individual must have the ability to be on your feet 7+ hours per day
- Ability to lift/carry 30-50 lbs
- Tolerance to Harsh Conditions - our working environment is both indoors and outdoors and includes cold rooms with excess wind speed and hot rooms. You also don’t 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 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.
ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Company context from the listing:
This role is onsite at one of our various data center locations near Pecos, TX. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry.
At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:
▶ 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 consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and 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 the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team
▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure