Data Center Technician

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Lead Data Center Technician - Enterprise GPU Deployment Environment

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Data Center Technicians with 1-5+ years of leadership or management experience in a data center environment. This team will be supporting large-scale GPU deployments and advanced troubleshooting within an enterprise data center.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Operations

• Oversee daily workflow, task assignments, and quality assurance across all deployment and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure adherence to data center safety, security, and operational standards.

Technical Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of large GPU server deployments in an enterprise environment.
• Remove network cabling as part of decommissioning activities.
• Run, label, stage, and organize power and network cabling.
• Perform DBD (Drive Bay Device) removal; no scanning required.
• Prepare, install, diagnose, troubleshoot, replace, and decommission hardware following established procedures and guidance from senior data center leadership.
• Stage, set up, and execute basic hardware startups and shutdowns using written instructions, checklists, and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct physical audits of data center assets and maintain accurate documentation.

Monitoring & Systems Support

• Monitor systems for equipment failures, performance issues, and error messages.
• Respond to program or system alerts by identifying and resolving issues or escalating appropriately.
• Assist programmers and systems analysts with testing and debugging new programs.
• Use spreadsheet and software tools to load, manipulate, and report on operational data.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Foundational knowledge of computer hardware, servers, and components.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in computer programming, IT, or related field.
• Previous experience working in Microsoft data centers (MSFT experience strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with GDCU ticketing systems.
• Background as a Dell or HP technician, especially in enterprise or hyperscale environments.

Skills

• Data center operations
• Hardware installation and troubleshooting
• Structured cabling (fiber, copper)
• Break/Fix
• Rack-and-stack
• Power and network cable management

Schedule & Work Environment

• Must be available to work on both Red Oak A-Side and B-Side during daytime shifts.
• Lead Technician schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
• On-site role in a high-availability enterprise data center.

Experience Level

Intermediate to Advanced, depending on experience and technical depth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Red Oak, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Red Oak,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 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.