Journeyperson Electrician

Job Description

Job Type: Full-time |

Location:

Prince George | Department:
Operations | Reporting to:
Operations Manager | Work Location Type:
Onsite

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 a 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 high‑performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done responsibly, sustainably and with a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

The Journeyperson Electrician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems that support a high‑performance computing (HPC) environment. This role requires expertise in electrical distribution systems, backup power infrastructure, and the integration of cooling technologies unique to HPC facilities. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, safety‑driven, and experienced in maintaining a mission‑critical environment.

• Minimum 5 years as an Industrial/Heavy Commercial electrician.
• High voltage experience is an asset.
• Red Seal Electrician license.
• Pass a Criminal Record Check.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Must be reliable, able to take initiative and work as a team.
• Be self‑motivated, reliable, flexible and proactive with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor industrial settings, including adverse weather conditions and at heights.
• Able to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and work in challenging conditions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Operating equipment such as skid steer, telehandler and aerial boom lift are considered a strong asset.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to work on a 4‑on and 4‑off rotational schedule that includes both day and night shifts. Must be able to work overnight when scheduled and maintain productivity during non‑standard hours.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems supporting HPC operations, including switch gear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, grounding, generators and distribution panels.
• Support specialized electrical integration of cooling systems, including pump power, flow sensors, heat exchangers and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical and control issues related to HPC racks, cooling distribution units (CDUs) and facility power systems.
• Operate, maintain and test standby generators to ensure reliable emergency power availability; perform load testing, fuel system inspections and automatic transfer switch (ATS) functionality checks.
• Conduct routine inspections, electrical testing and infrared thermography to identify potential failures before downtime occurs.
• Ensure proper electrical load balancing and monitoring across HPC clusters, cooling infrastructure and backup power systems.
• Work closely with mechanical, controls and IT teams to coordinate electrical support for cooling and power infrastructure.
• Maintain compliance with TSBC, WSBC, NFPA and facility‑specific safety requirements.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics and have a good understanding of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Document maintenance activities, system readings and repair actions in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Participate in on‑call rotation and respond to emergency electrical/cooling/power issues as required.
• Install, examine, replace and repair AC motors, VFDs, PLCs, 600 v and 416 v distribution, 120/240 v control and branch circuits, switchgears, transformers and relays.
• Operate, inspect and maintain a 138 KV‑25 KV 80 MW substation.
• Operate, inspect and maintain 25 KV switchgears and transformers.
• Bend and install EMT, underground conduits, pull armored cables and terminate.
• Pull and terminate fiber optic and network cabling.
• Assist on non‑electrical tasks when help is required.
• Able to perform in a…