(L1) & (L2) Datacenter Technician
About The Position
TEKsystems is seeking L1 and L2 Data Center Technicians to support construction and deployment of a large-scale AI data center campus in Abernathy, Texas, near Lubbock. The role provides hands-on experience with enterprise hardware installations, structured cabling, and next-generation cooling technologies. Multiple openings are available across three shifts: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM, and 11:00 PM–8:00 AM. This is a contract position with potential for contract extensions or future contract-to-hire opportunities. Technicians will prepare server racks; install servers, storage, and networking equipment; route and label copper and fiber cabling; connect power feeds; support airflow and cooling initiatives, including direct-to-chip liquid cooling; and perform quality and safety checks. The work is fully onsite in Abernathy, Texas. The advertised pay range is $20.00–$38.00 per hour, with individual compensation based on relevant factors. The position is anticipated to close on October 16, 2026.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of data center environments or IT infrastructure.
- Familiarity with hardware installation, rack infrastructure, or structured cabling.
- Knowledge of copper and/or fiber optic cabling practices.
- Ability to read and follow technical documentation and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Ability to lift equipment, stand for extended periods, and work within rack environments.
- Understanding of workplace safety practices.
Nice To Haves
- Previous data center experience.
- Rack-and-stack hardware installation experience.
- Cat5e/Cat6 or fiber cabling experience.
- Experience with airflow management or cooling systems.
- Exposure to liquid-cooled server environments.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and prepare server racks, including rail kits, PDUs, cable management, and labeling.
- Rack and stack servers, storage devices, and networking equipment.
- Install, route, and label copper and fiber optic cabling.
- Connect power feeds while following established redundancy standards.
- Support airflow optimization and rack cooling initiatives.
- Assist with direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling installations and connections.
- Follow installation procedures, diagrams, MOPs, and project documentation.
- Conduct quality inspections and identify installation discrepancies.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Follow data center safety and PPE requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, if eligible.
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
- Transportation benefits, if eligible.
- Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
- Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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