Diesel Generator Technician I

IREN•Childress, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada. 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 way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
Valid driver license.
Ability to read technical manuals and procedures.
Minimum 18 years of age.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Basic computer literacy, including use of email, mobile devices and maintenance management software.
Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, scheduled overtime and on-call assignments.
Ability to obtain OSHA 10 and lockout/tagout authorized-person qualification within the first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Technical training in diesel technology, industrial maintenance or electrical systems.
Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, MTU, Kohler or Generac equipment.
CMMS experience.
Basic electrical knowledge, including AC/DC fundamentals and use of a digital multimeter.
Prior experience in a data center, utility, oil and gas, marine or other mission-critical operating environment.
Forklift, aerial lift or overhead crane certification.
Military technical training in mechanical, electrical or power generation systems.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel generators and supporting equipment, including inspection of fuel, cooling, lubrication, exhaust, starting and charging systems.
Conduct operational testing and readiness inspections, and support monthly and annual generator exercises, no-load and load testing, and emergency readiness drills.
Perform fuel system quality management activities, including fuel sampling, polishing and filtration, tank level monitoring, and checks for water and microbial contamination.
Perform starting battery maintenance and testing, including load and impedance testing, terminal cleaning, electrolyte checks and charger output verification, and collect engine oil, coolant and fuel samples for laboratory analysis.
Document maintenance activities in CMMS (Fiix or equivalent) and record engine run hours, fuel consumption and emissions-related data required for environmental permits and reporting.
Maintain compliance with safety, environmental and company policies, including spill prevention and secondary containment inspections, housekeeping in fuel storage and generator areas, and lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space and elevated work procedures under the direction of a qualified technician.
Respond to generator and fuel system alarms, perform first-level assessment and escalate as required, and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation with after-hours emergency response.
Read and interpret manufacturer manuals, wiring schematics and single-line diagrams; maintain assigned tools, test equipment, consumables and critical spare parts inventory; and complete assigned safety, technical and compliance training within required timeframes.

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
Access to financial planning and legal services
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Internal skills training and advancement pathways
Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Company events and team-building activities