CoolIT, An Ecolab Company, the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers is seeking a full time Mechanical Laboratory Technician to assist in everyday activities of CoolIT's Liquid Lab. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to assembling prototypes and fixtures for pre-compliance and compliance testing, actively participating on all stages when it comes to in-house built hydronic equipment, maintenance and repairs for large equipment (chillers, colling towers, thermal chambers, etc), supporting other activities around the lab while maintaining company safety and quality expectations.

Reporting to the Liquid Lab Team Lead, this is an excellent opportunity for an individual who takes ownership, is a team player, looks for interesting custom projects and wants to contribute to the future of scalable computer cooling solutions.

What’s in it for you:

• We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values. 

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world

• Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment. 

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season. 

• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day 

What You Will Do:

• Assemble prototypes using off the shelf, pre-designed and custom-made parts based on the engineer’s specifications. This can include sketch-level design, building or locally sourcing custom parts on-the-go to meet prototype assembling deadlines and functionality levels

• Prepare prototypes for testing incl. disassembling, assembling, wiring, filling with coolant, etc.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions for in-house built equipment on the design and component selection stage, sourcing major components, assembling, testing and startup. 

• Maintain large infrastructure equipment including but not limited to: chillers, colling towers, thermal chambers, etc.

• Support other activities around the lab when needed.

• Maintain safe work practices by adhering to company safety policies.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in prototyping, plumbing, hydronics, HVAC/Refrigeration or machining.

• Handy with proven ability to think outside the box for non-common problems.

• Able to find quick, elegant, and cost-effective solutions on the go.

• Desire to constantly learn new skills.

• Work in a fast-paced technology company on projects that sometimes involve a lot of unknown or fast-changing requirements.

• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

• Self motivated and proactive.

• Ability to prioritize based on the workload and project priorities.

• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in lab, R&D, or light manufacturing/assembly environments.

• Reach truck and sit down forklift certification.

ABOUT COOLIT, AN ECOLAB COMPANY:

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT, An Ecolab Company is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally. 

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention. 

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team

During pre-screening, we may use an AI tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and/or interview scheduling. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-hire background checks as a condition of employment.