Critical Environment Cleaner Lead

Job Type: Critical Environment Cleaner Lead | Location: Childress, TX | Department: Operations | Reporting to: Critical Environment Cleaner Supervisor | Work Location Type: #onsite

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC. 

The Critical Environment Cleaner Lead is the shift-level leader for a team of 3-8 Critical Environment Cleaners operating across one or more data hall buildings in a hyperscale HPC data center campus. The Lead CEC ensures all cleaning operations meet mission-critical contamination control standards, serves as first responder and incident commander for contamination events, and acts as the primary liaison between the CEC department and Data Center Operations / Facilities Management. Qualified Leads deliver in-house Train-the-Trainer sessions for CEC I and CEC II staff and are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all department documentation and equipment records. 
 
With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right w

Responsibilities

Shift Leadership & Team Management 

• Serve as on-shift lead for a team of 3-8 CEC I and CEC II staff across assigned data hall zones
• Assign cleaning tasks, zones, and equipment to team members at shift start
• Conduct pre-shift safety briefings and post-shift quality control walkthroughs
• Monitor team performance and provide real-time coaching and corrective guidance
• Mentor CEC I and CEC II staff on technical skills, SOP compliance, and professional development
• Complete shift handover documentation accurately before departing site

Contamination Event Response 

• Serve as first responder and incident commander for contamination events on shift
• Triage, contain, and document contamination events per site EOP without disrupting live equipment operations
• Initiate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) documentation and assign corrective actions
• Lead quarterly contamination event response drills as scenario facilitator
• Escalate events to Supervisor when scope exceeds shift-level authority

Documentation, SOPs & Equipment 

• Maintain accuracy and currency of all cleaning logs, shift records, and materials usage documentation
• Author and update SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs for cleaning operations as directed by Supervisor
• Manage calibration records for all HEPA vacuums, anti-static systems, and cleaning equipment
• Coordinate procurement of cleaning supplies, PPE, and replacement equipment with Supervisor

Train-the-Trainer Delivery 

• Deliver in-house TTT training sessions for CEC I and CEC II staff upon completion of 8-hour TTT Prep Module
• Train new staff on ESD awareness, HEPA/ULPA operation, site safety induction, CPR/AED, and SOP documentation
• Log all training completions in HRIS within 24 hours of session delivery
• Assess trainee competency and recommend floor access approval to Supervisor

Vendor & Contractor Interface 

• Interface with specialized cleaning vendors, equipment suppliers, and site contractors as required
• Verify contractor compliance with site safety and contamination control requirements before floor access
• Coordinate scheduling of vendor services with Supervisor and Data Center Operations team

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or GED — Associate's degree or technical certification in Facility Management or EHS preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in controlled-environment or data center cleaning
• Minimum 1 year in an informal or formal leadership role directing 3+ personnel
• All CEC II certifications current and on file
• OSHA 30 General Industry — preferred at hire, required within 6 months of promotion
• Confined Space Entry — Full Authorized Entrant certification required
• ANSI/BICSI 002 Contamination Control Specialist (or equivalent) required
• Train-the-Trainer Prep Module (8 hrs, in-house) — required within 30 days of promotion
• Background and security clearance required

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• HAZMAT/HAZWOPER Awareness (40-hour) — active credential
• Experience writing or maintaining SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs in a mission-critical environment
• Leadership or supervisory training (employer-provided, community college, or SHRM equivalent)
• Experience with vendor coordination and contractor compliance management
• Bilingual English/Spanish — high value in the West Texas market

Benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth. 
 
Compensation 

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications.
• 15% night-shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living-out-allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness 

• 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

Retirement & Financial Wealth 

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

 
Time Off & Leave Programs 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

 
Growth & Development 

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

 
Community & Culture 

• Company events and team-building activities

 
IREN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to these characteristics.  
This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.  

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