L1 Datacenter Technician

TEKsystems•Abernathy, TX

7d•$20 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1) is an entry-level technical role responsible for standardized, low-complexity in-rack installation activities in a data center. Work includes rack builds, equipment racking and stacking, structured cabling, power connections, and cooling setup tasks for DX and direct-to-chip liquid cooling. The technician follows established procedures, checklists, technical standards, and supervision where needed to complete installations consistently and safely, meet quality standards and SLAs, support timely project delivery, and minimize rework or operational risk. This is a contract position based onsite in Abernathy, Texas, with openings across three shifts: first shift, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; second shift, 3 p.m. to midnight; and third shift, 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. The stated pay range is $20.00–$38.00 per hour. Eligible benefits for this temporary role may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a health spending account; transportation benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; and time off or leave.

Requirements

Basic understanding of data center environments and IT hardware components.
Ability to follow technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, working in confined rack spaces, and standing for extended periods.
Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a technical environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with structured cabling practices, particularly copper and/or fiber.
Awareness of rack infrastructure such as PDUs, rails, and cable management.
Basic understanding of airflow management.
Exposure to DX or direct-to-chip liquid cooling.
Cable installation, rack-and-stack, hardware, racking, and Cat6 skills.

Responsibilities

Assemble and prepare racks, including rail kits, PDUs, cable management, and labeling.
Rack and stack server, network, and storage equipment according to design specifications.
Install structured copper and fiber cabling, including routing, dressing, and labeling.
Connect A/B power feeds according to defined redundancy standards.
Install blanking panels and airflow management components for DX-cooled environments.
Support airflow optimization through proper cable routing and rack layout.
Assist with direct-to-chip liquid cooling connections under supervision, including hose routing and quick disconnects.
Follow installation documentation, diagrams, and methods of procedure (MOPs).
Conduct basic quality checks and report discrepancies or issues.
Maintain cleanliness and organization within racks and work areas.
Comply with data center safety policies, procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves, safety shoes, and eye protection.
Follow safe manual handling practices when lifting and installing equipment.
Adhere to electrical safety standards when working with power connections under supervision.
Follow direct-to-chip liquid cooling safety procedures, including leak awareness and immediate reporting.
Maintain good housekeeping to prevent trip hazards, including managing cables and disposing of packaging.
Immediately report hazards, near misses, or incidents.