Welcome to Foundry, a cryptocurrency pioneer dedicated to advancing decentralized infrastructure. At Foundry, we’re not waiting for a decentralized financial future — we’re building it now. By empowering institutions with the tools they need to mine digital assets, we’re thoughtfully driving the industry forward with our team at the center of it all.
If you thrive on innovation, are inspired by the potential of blockchain technology and are passionate about being part of transformative global changes, then we’d love to connect. At Foundry, your skills will find purpose as you contribute to shaping the architecture of a more equitable and interconnected world through blockchain technology. Come be a vital member of the Foundry team, where your contributions will help empower a decentralized future.
DESCRIPTION:
The Site Lead position is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to join the team at Foundry, a subsidiary of the blockchain industry’s most prolific and active investor, Digital Currency Group.
The Site Lead is responsible for training and supporting a talented team of mining technicians and creating a productive and efficient mining facility. In addition, the Site Lead is responsible for driving a culture of professionalism, operational excellence, and creating a place where people love to work and build a career.
The ideal candidate for this role should possess good communication skills, excellent organizational skills, broad knowledge of business functions, and project management experience. The Site Lead must understand the technical aspects of cryptocurrency mining, support day-to-day business operations, ensure efficient operation of facilities, mitigate risk, and ensure that mining operations meet the needs of clients.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Act as the on-site lead for co-located or remote mining operations, providing autonomous site management when needed.
- Oversee the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of mining hardware to ensure peak operational efficiency.
- Serve as interim Site Manager during absences, supporting uninterrupted site operations and team leadership.
- Support the Regional Manager and/or Site Operations Manager in managing workflows, executing deployments, and maintaining site infrastructure.
- Lead complex miner diagnostics and repairs, infrastructure upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with customer support teams to ensure prompt issue resolution and a positive client experience.
- Manage site logistics, including equipment delivery, installation timelines, and travel coordination for deployments.
- Uphold safety, compliance, and quality standards across all areas of site operations.
- Use project management and operational tools to track KPIs, identify risks, and ensure targets are met.
- Contribute to training and mentoring efforts for on-site technicians to support skill development and operational excellence.
ABOUT YOU:
Minimum Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience leading on-site teams, overseeing day-to-day operations, and ensuring adherence to safety and compliance standards.
- Proven ability to coach and mentor technicians, delegate tasks effectively, and maintain team performance and accountability.
- Experience tracking and reporting on KPIs and site-level performance metrics, with a focus on uptime, maintenance, and operational efficiency.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage site-level challenges, including resource constraints and equipment troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of health and safety regulations and ability to enforce safety protocols in a high-performance technical environment.
- Proficient in basic project coordination and workflow prioritization to meet deployment schedules and customer expectations.
- Solid understanding of miner hardware, electrical systems, networking basics, and site infrastructure operations.
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic operations platforms or ticketing systems; familiarity with project or task management tools is a plus.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed, including on-call or after-hours support during critical site operations.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk, reach, climb, stoop, and lift (up to 75 pounds).
- Ability to work in a data center environment, which may involve exposure to noise, varying temperatures, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead to perform tasks.
- Capable of climbing ladders and working at heights as required to maintain equipment.
Preferred Qualifications; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Flexible and fluid personality to adapt and adjust to the fast pace of a startup technology company.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Works well with others.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to commute/relocate.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- The chance to work in a fast-paced and fun start-up environment with experienced industry leaders
- A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact
- Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
- Paid Vacation and sick time
- Professional development budget with flexibility for personal and professional growth
- Outstanding health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
- Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
- 401K plan with company contribution
- Flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
- Paid parental leave
ENVIRONMENT:
Foundry takes pride in an environment which prioritizes our people. We insist that our people first culture builds the framework for all business operations.
Employees have ample opportunities to voice thoughts, opinions, and ideas through weekly companywide meetings, monthly townhalls, and team outings and events.
We emphasize the importance of each individual through engagement, teamwork, inclusion, and diversity efforts.
Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors protected under federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
ABOUT FOUNDRY:
At Foundry, we are working toward a common goal of empowering a decentralized infrastructure. Our team is passionate about the future of finance and is looking for other like-minded individuals who share in this vision. While we are inclusive and diverse in workforce and style, we all agree that digital assets will change the world.
Foundry was created to meet the institutional demand for better capital access, efficiency, and transparency in the digital currency mining and staking industry.
As a Digital Currency Group company, Foundry taps unparalleled institutional expertise, capital, and market intelligence to provide North American bitcoin miners and global manufacturers with the resources to build, maintain, and secure decentralized networks.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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