Mechanical Maintenance Technician 2 at Riot Platforms in Corsicana, TX

Job description

About Riot Platforms Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes. Who we are At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure. We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution. About the role We are looking to add a Mechanical Maintenance Technician Tier 2 to our growing Mechanical Maintenance Department. As part of the team, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining cooling infrastructure and mechanical systems within our mining facility. You will also perform complex troubleshooting, lead maintenance projects, mentor junior technicians, and support initiatives to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency. This is a fully on-site position supporting our operations at our Corsicana, TX facility. What you'll be doing Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical issues involving cooling systems and facility infrastructure. Diagnose failures in pumps, motors, heat exchangers, filtration systems, cooling towers, dry coolers, valves, and piping networks. Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance activities. Analyze system performance data and recommend improvements to maximize uptime and efficiency. Lead equipment overhauls, rebuilds, and major maintenance projects. Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions. Support facility expansion projects and new miner installations. Assist in developing maintenance procedures, SOPs, and training materials. Mentor and train Tier 1 technicians. Coordinate with electrical, mining, and operations teams during maintenance activities. Maintain accurate maintenance records and asset histories. What you'll have High school diploma or GED preferred. Technical degree, apprenticeship, military maintenance training, or equivalent experience preferred. Extensive experience in industrial mechanical maintenance preferred. Experience with immersion cooling systems, industrial pumping systems, HVAC, power generation, manufacturing, or data center infrastructure preferred. Strong understanding of fluid systems, heat transfer, mechanical equipment reliability, and industrial maintenance practices. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation. Internal candidates must be recommended by their supervisor. Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics. Understanding of pump curves, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer principles. Experience with predictive maintenance techniques. Knowledge of bearing systems, mechanical seals, alignment, vibration analysis, and lubrication programs. Strong root cause analysis skills. Leadership and mentoring capabilities. Proficiency with CMMS platforms and maintenance reporting. Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks in a high-uptime environment. Preferred but not required: Technical degree, apprenticeship, military maintenance training, or equivalent experience. Experience with immersion cooling systems, industrial pumping systems, HVAC, power generation, manufacturing, or data center infrastructure. Physical requirements and work environment Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Ability to lift and move equipment as needed ( 50 pounds) Abi