Operations Technology Specialist

GeologicAI is a global leader in rock and resource analytics, revolutionizing the mining industry with cutting-edge solutions. We empower high resolution decision engineering through enhanced data capture from core scanning, purpose-built visualization, interpretation and modeling analytics, and domain expertise throughout our organization. Our vision is to enable mining companies to make risk-informed decisions, allowing then to achieve deep value from our tools, technology and solutions to become more efficient, profitable, and sustainable.
We’re on a mission to lead the "Scan to Plan" revolution and are seeking talented individuals ready to take their careers to the next level. Join us in delivering unparalleled value to our global mining clients through strong client partnerships, continuous learning, and impactful contributions. At GeologicAI, we give our clients the ability to understand their deposits like never before. Are you ready for the journey?
What Role Will You Play in Our Team
The Operations Technology Systems Technician function at GeologicAI focuses on deploying, maintaining, and optimizing our operational technology infrastructure, including server hardware, industrial networks, and process control systems within our mobile platforms and fixed facilities. Responsibilities typically include racking and configuring enterprise servers, managing Windows domain architecture, deploying PLCs, managing critical system alarms, and documentation. You will also practice and enforce strong cybersecurity habits such as network segmentation, patching, and access control.

The role involves collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and field operations teams to ensure our systems are resilient, securely integrated, and highly available in the field.
Key

Roles and Responsibilities
System Deployment & Optimization:
Rack, integrate, and maintain industrial computing systems, enterprise server infrastructure, and PLCs, safety systems and associated instruments across our fleet of mobile scanning units.
Develop test procedures and execute so that systems are delivered fault free.
Identify operational issues through data analysis and alarm management, developing mitigation strategies to ensure maximum uptime. Networking & Infrastructure Upgrades:
Aid in the deployment and configuration of local OT networks, utilizing strong IPv4 foundational skills (VLANs, subnetting, routing).
Manage baseline images, operating system installations (Windows and Linux), and Windows Domain environments to support field operations.
Utilize host management tools for remote server administration and troubleshooting. Cybersecurity & System Protection:
Oversee and guide strong cybersecurity hygiene across the OT environment, including system hardening, patch governance, and access control enforcement.
Ensure integration teams follow established security standards and best practices for industrial control systems, as well as help maintain SOC 2 controls.
Communicate effectively with Controls Engineers, Manufacturing/Assembly Teams, and Field Operations regarding ongoing builds, system status, and process improvements.
Provide structured documentation for test results, network configurations, and build readiness.
Develop robust field-use documentation and operational playbooks to ensure both technical and field staff have the required manuals to operate and support deployed systems.
Skills
Technical

Skills:

Strong aptitude in building and administering technical computing systems. Deep understanding of IPv4 networking, Windows domain architecture, and both Windows and Linux operating systems. Experience in racking enterprise servers and utilizing host management interfaces. Familiarity with PLC deployment and alarm management systems.
Cybersecurity Awareness:
Knowledge of and ability to practice OT cybersecurity best practices (e.g., system hardening, patching, network segmentation, principle of least privilege).
Communication & Collaboration

Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with engineering and production trades to resolve integration challenges.
Personal Attributes:
Tech-savv…