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Hut 8 · Amarillo, TX
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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT HUT 8</strong></p>
<p>Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, <span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">energy,</span> 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. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.</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>
</ul>
<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>
</ul>
<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>
</ul>
<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>
</ul>
<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><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK</strong></p>
<p>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 all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.</p>
<p>At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:</p>
<p>▶ 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</p>
<p>▶ 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</p>
<p>▶ 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</p>
<p>▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure</p></div>