IREN · 11 hours ago
Senior Data Center Technician
Childress, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$47/hr - $47/hrIREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. The Senior Data Center Technician is responsible for overseeing the operational integrity and performance of data center infrastructure, including advanced troubleshooting and technical leadership in hardware and network installations.
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Responsibilities
Lead the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of GPU servers, compute nodes, storage arrays, and network hardware in a liquid-to-chip data center environment
Perform advanced diagnostics and root cause analysis for high-impact hardware and connectivity issues
Coordinate infrastructure changes, migrations, and upgrades across multi-site or large-scale environments
Monitor and analyse power, cooling, and environmental systems; escalate and resolve complex facility-related issues
Ensure data center best practices are followed in areas such as cable management, access control, and documentation
Maintain and improve operational processes; identify opportunities for automation or workflow optimization
Serve as a primary escalation point and mentor for junior and mid-level technicians
Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to plan and implement technical solutions
Build and manage relationships with upstream partners and vendors to effectively manage tasks such as vendor ticket & requests and warranty work
Qualification
Required
Expert-level knowledge of server and network hardware from major vendors (e.g., Dell, SMC, Cisco, HP, Juniper), with hands-on experience replacing components
Advanced understanding of data center infrastructure, including structured cabling, PDUs, CRAC units, and UPS systems
High level of proficiency with fiber testing equipment (OTDR), cleaning fiber termination points, patching, media converters, and optical receivers
Proficiency with asset management, monitoring platforms, and remote hands tools
Familiarity with virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, and scripting or automation tools
Strong documentation, project coordination, and a customer-first mindset are important
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 participate in a 24/7 on call rotation
Must be able to reliably commute to the site in Childress, Texas or have plans to relocate before starting work
Must be able to lift up to 49 lbs
Preferred
Experience with liquid-to-chip cooling systems including CDUs and RDHx units is strongly preferred
Industry certifications are strongly preferred (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, CompTIA Server+/Network+, and BICSI TECH certification)
Benefits
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
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Company events and team-building activities
Company
IREN
IREN is a data center that provides Bitcoin mining and GPUs services using renewable energy.
Founded in 2019
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.97BKey Investors
NYDIG
2025-12-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.32B
2025-10-07Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-08-25Post Ipo Debt· $102M
Leadership Team
Daniel Roberts
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Will Roberts
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Recent News
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