Data Center Technician

Description

NYDIG is seeking a hands-on Data Center Technician to join our Mining Operations team. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining uptime, performance, and safety across our mining sites. You will be responsible for onsite operational support, hardware troubleshooting, asset management, and environmental upkeep.

This is a field-based, technical role that requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in dynamic data center environments.

Responsibilities

Operational Maintenance & Site Checks

• Conduct routine site inspections and safety audits to ensure compliance with NYDIG safety protocols.
• Perform container, screen, and filter cleaning to maintain airflow efficiency and site hygiene.
• Ensure vehicle and lift equipment is operated in accordance with safety standards.

Miner Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Execute basic miner cleaning and physical inspections.
• Troubleshoot electrical components including checking breakers, fuses, and identifying damaged cables.
• Identify and retrieve non-operational miners for diagnostics and repair.
• Replace faulty components such as PSUs, control boards, hashboards, and fans.
• Flash firmware and perform remote diagnostics as needed.

Asset & Inventory Management

• Tag and scan hardware for deployment and inventory tracking
• Utilize miner management software or equivalent systems for site navigation, asset logging, and equipment history tracking.
• Accurately review kernel logs to analyze hardware issues.

Communication & Reporting

• Submit regular updates and summaries to ensure team coordination.
• Escalate critical issues such as network failures, power outages, or safety incidents promptly.

Shipping & Logistics

• Assist with shipping and receiving operations including reading Bills of Lading (BOLs), loading and unloading shipments, and properly palletizing hardware for transit.
• Follow proper stacking, wrapping, and jacking procedures to ensure equipment is securely and safely handled.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in data center, electrical, or mining operations preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and hardware diagnostics.
• Comfortable working with tools and conducting hands-on repairs.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems Ability to work in physically demanding environments (lifting, standing, operating heavy machinery).
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset.
• Forklift/lift certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package and employer-sponsored healthcare options
• 401k program with company match (for eligible employees)
• Competitive compensation $24/hr. - $28/hr based on applicable experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person