Mechanical & Cooling Systems Technician

About the role

atNorth, a Nordic data center company, is expanding in Akureyri and is looking for a Mechanical & Cooling Systems Technician. The role covers the operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure in the Akureyri data center, including air- and water-based cooling systems for high-performance computing and AI equipment, as well as backup power systems. It is a full-time, permanent position open to all qualified candidates regardless of gender.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain water and air cooling systems.
• Perform inspections, testing and maintenance of backup power systems.
• Install, connect, configure and maintain control and monitoring equipment.
• Troubleshoot faults and resolve technical issues across critical systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of operational procedures.

Required profile

• Experience and knowledge of water and air cooling systems.
• Education or training in mechanical engineering, marine engineering, mechanical maintenance, refrigeration technology or a related field is highly advantageous.
• Relevant technical or vocational education for operating and maintaining mechanical systems.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Ability to work in a team, independently and with a structured approach.
• Continuous improvement mindset, strong safety awareness and a clean criminal record.

What we offer

• Relevant training, continuous education and information on data center operations.
• Work-life balance focus, sports grant and social committee.
• Catering service at the workplace, telecom package and phone allowance.
• International, multicultural environment and opportunities to visit other data centers in the Nordics.

The application deadline is 17 November 2026; applications are made through the recruitment agency named in the original posting.