GPU Data Center Hardware Engineer

LEAD Technical; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical services company in Lubbock, Texas is seeking a qualified technician to handle routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and support during incidents. The role requires knowledge of electrical systems, cooling systems, and structured cabling standards. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting connectivity issues and maintaining accurate inventory. Ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of networking and a commitment to following safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and cooling systems.
• Familiarity with structured cabling standards and fiber types.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Respond to alarms and incidents related to power and cooling.
• Maintain inventory and asset tracking.

Skills

Routine inspections

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Basic networking

Structured cabling standards

Tools

Ticketing systems

Fiber connectors

Electrical systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance
• Respond to alarms and incidents (power, cooling, environmental)
• Support vendors during maintenance and repairs
• Follow change management and safety procedures
• Install, terminate, and test
• Copper (Cat6/6a) and fiber (SM/MM) cabling
• Perform cross-connects and patching in meet-me rooms
• Rack and stack servers, switches, and network gear
• Label and document all cabling and infrastructure
• Troubleshoot physical connectivity issues
• Perform remote hands support (reboots, swaps, visual checks)
• Maintain inventory and asset tracking
• Follow ticketing systems and SLAs
• Assist with capacity planning and space utilization

Facilities / MEP

• Basic understanding of:
• Electrical systems (single-phase, three-phase)
• Cooling systems and airflow management
• Familiarity with:
• Preventative maintenance practices
• Safety standards (LOTO, PPE)

Network / IT

• Understanding of:
• Structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA)
• Fiber types, connectors (LC, SC, MPO)
• Basic networking (IP, switches, patching)