Datacenter Technician

Insight Global, in partnership with Dell Technologies, is deploying a large-scale GPU data center in Mackenzie, BC supporting the IREN Mackenzie B300 build-out. The engagement covers 644 racks and approximately 50,000 servers across air-cooled GPU infrastructure with NVIDIA SN5610 leaf/spine switching and Dell XE9780 GPU servers. This is a fixed-fee, outcome-based engagement with a 50-person team operating across two shifts, 6 to 7 days per week.

Data Center Deployment Technicians (L1) are the core installation workforce, executing physical rack-and-stack, cable preparation, pre-bundling, and general site support under the direction of senior technicians.

• Perform rack-and-stack activities for servers, switches, and networking hardware per build plans and rack elevation diagrams
• Assist with installation and routing of single-mode fiber optic cable across east-west GPU fabric, north-south management fabric, and storage backend
• Execute cable pre-bundling and pre-labeling for EW, NS, and storage cable runs ahead of rack-level deployment
• Route cables through overhead trays, cable management arms, and structured pathways in accordance with site floor layout
• Maintain accurate cable labeling consistent with BOM and design documentation under the direction of the pod anchor technician
• Support quality checks and basic connectivity validation activities as directed by the Network Technician or Technical Lead
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site throughout all phases of the deployment
• Follow structured deployment processes and build plans with high attention to detail and process adherence
• Adhere to all Dell client site requirements at all times: access protocols, work area standards, and any procedural directives communicated by the Technical Lead or pod anchor
• Comply fully with all site safety standards including PPE requirements, ESD protocols, energized equipment safety, and cooling infrastructure no-contact boundaries; raise any safety concern immediately to the supervising technician
• Escalate site issues, safety concerns, or design discrepancies immediately to the supervising technician

• Up to 3 years of experience in a data center, telecom, IT infrastructure, or structured cabling environment
• Hands-on familiarity with fiber optic or structured cabling; ability to handle, route, and dress cable with care and accuracy
• Basic understanding of data center physical infrastructure: rack units, cable trays, patch panel organization, and cabling standards
• Ability to follow build plans, rack elevation diagrams, and written or verbal instructions accurately in a fast-paced deployment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to process adherence and quality standards
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a pod team in a physically demanding, high-output environment
• Physical capability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform overhead and close-tolerance work for extended shift durations
• Valid passport; ability to travel to and remain on-site in Mackenzie, BC for the full engagement duration

• Prior experience supporting a large-scale data center deployment, build-out, or refresh
• Exposure to single-mode fiber optic cable types, MPO/MTP connectors, or fan-out assemblies
• Familiarity with rack-and-stack procedures for server or networking hardware in a production environment
• Experience working in a remote job site or structured field service environment

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