Data Center Technician

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Data Center Installation Technician Level 1 and 2 to support large scale data center buildouts. This is a hands on role focused on rack installation, cabling, power distribution, and advanced cooling systems within a high performance environment. This position also includes system bring up and validation, along with mentoring junior technicians on site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead rack build and in rack installation activities based on technical designs
Perform rack and stack of servers, storage, and network equipment
Install and validate structured cabling including fiber and copper
Install and verify power connections including PDUs and redundant feeds
Support advanced cooling implementations including airflow management and liquid cooling systems
Perform initial system bring up including OS installs, hardware checks, and basic configurations
Validate installations through testing, audits, and quality checks
Troubleshoot installation issues and resolve or escalate as needed
Guide and support junior technicians on best practices
Maintain accurate documentation and report progress updates
Qualifications
Hands on experience in data center installations or similar technical environments
Strong understanding of rack infrastructure, servers, storage, and networking hardware
Experience with structured cabling and proper cable management standards
Knowledge of power distribution concepts within racks including redundancy
Familiarity with cooling systems including airflow management and liquid cooling preferred
Experience with system deployment tasks such as OS imaging and hardware validation
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and procedures
Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and lead portions of projects
Understanding of safety standards within a data center environment
Physically able to perform installation work in an active data center
Work Environment
Shift based schedule with multiple shift options available
Fast paced data center environment supporting large scale deployments
Opportunity to work on advanced infrastructure including next generation cooling technologies
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for technicians with solid data center experience who are ready to take on more ownership, support complex installs, and help guide less experienced team members while working in a high impact environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Colorado City, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Colorado City,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.