In PersonOn-site daily in Prince George; 4-on-4-off rotational shifts include day and night shifts.
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
At least 5 years of HVAC experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities; data center experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of hydronic cooling systems, liquid distribution, and precision air handling.
Familiarity with Building Management Systems and controls.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Problem-solving and diagnostic skills in thermal systems and fluid dynamics.
HVAC Journeyman License or equivalent is preferred.
Experience with liquid cooling, including liquid-to-chip cooling or immersion, is preferred.
Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems or work order management is preferred.
May be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a background check and substance testing, according to company policies.
Must provide own steel-toed work boots; other personal protective equipment will be supplied.
Must reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting.
Must be available for a 4-on-4-off rotational shift schedule that includes day and night shifts, and be comfortable working overnight.
Responsibilities
Perform daily operations and preventative maintenance of HVAC systems, including liquid-to-chip cooling systems such as cooling distribution units, manifolds, and pumps, and building management system-integrated thermal control systems.
Conduct routine inspections, monitor system performance, and respond to alarms or deviations in temperature, humidity, flow, or pressure.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and thermal system issues in coordination with controls, electrical, and information technology teams.
Assist with commissioning and testing new cooling infrastructure during buildouts or retrofits.
Document maintenance activities, system readings, and repairs in computerized maintenance management or work order systems.
Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined-space, and chemical-handling protocols.
Support key performance indicator tracking by reporting system performance metrics, including temperature delta, coolant flow, and efficiency indicators.
Desired Qualifications
Data center experience is strongly preferred.
We are seeking a skilled HVAC Maintenance Technician with expertise in supporting advanced cooling technologies in a high-density, mission-critical data center environment. The HVAC Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HVAC and thermal management systems, including both traditional air handling and emerging liquid cooling infrastructure. This role is essential in ensuring uptime, efficiency, and stable environmental conditions within the data center.
Responsibilities
· Perform daily operations and preventative maintenance of HVAC systems, including:
· Liquid-to-chip cooling systems (CDUs, manifolds, pumps)
· BMS-integrated thermal control systems
· Conduct routine inspections, monitor system performance, and respond to alarms or deviations (temperature, humidity, flow, pressure).
· Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and thermal system issues in coordination with controls, electrical, and IT teams.
· Assist with commissioning and testing of new cooling infrastructure during buildouts or retrofits.
· Document all maintenance activities, system readings, and repairs in CMMS/work order systems.
· Follow strict safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and chemical handling protocols.
· Support KPI tracking by reporting on system performance metrics (e.g., temperature delta, coolant flow, efficiency indicators).
Requirements
Desired Skills, Qualifications and Competencies include:
· 5+ years HVAC experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities (data center experience strongly preferred).
· Knowledge of hydronic cooling systems, liquid distribution, and precision air handling.
· Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and controls.
· Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
· Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills in thermal systems and fluid dynamics.
· Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Certifications:
· HVAC Journeyman License or equivalent
· Experience with liquid cooling (L2C, immersion) preferred
· CMMS or Work Order Management proficiency
Other important requirements:
· 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 be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.
This role requires availability for a 4-on-4-off rotational shift schedule including day and night shifts. Candidates must be comfortable working overnight and maintaining productivity during off-peak hours
Benefits
At IREN, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our Canada package for hourly paid positions includes:
Compensation
The hourly rate of pay range for this position is $40-50/hour
Total package may be inclusive of a night shift premium for rotational shift positions
Relocation assistance (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances
Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees and dependents
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Voluntary life and critical illness coverage available
Employee Assistance Program and virtual health care platform
Financial Well-Being
RRSP with company match
Voluntary TFSA
Growth & Development
Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
Training and personal development opportunities
Lifestyle & Culture
Company events and team-building activities
Podtech Data Centers Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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