Data Center Field Installation Technician in Colorado City

Energy Jobline ZR; Colorado City (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Training provided

Job summary

Connectors seeks a Data Center Field Installations Technician to execute in-rack installations, including rack builds, cabling, and cooling integration in Barber Lake, TX./Colorado City, TX. You will perform OS bring-up, validate hardware, and support L1 technicians while aligning with project timelines.

The role requires hands-on experience in data center environments, strong cable management skills, and the ability to work across shifts with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data center installations or similar hands-on technical role.
• Strong understanding of rack infrastructure, server, storage, and network hardware.
• Proficiency in structured cabling (fiber and copper) and cable management.
• Experience with power distribution within racks (PDUs, redundancy concepts).
• Working knowledge of cooling methodologies (DX airflow in racks, D2C cooling).
• Experience with OS installation and imaging tools; basic BIOS/firmware configuration.

Responsibilities

• Lead rack build and in-rack deployment activities based on design documentation.
• Interpret rack layouts, elevation diagrams, and cabling schematics.
• Install and validate power connections (single/dual feed, PDUs).
• Implement and optimize cooling solutions (DX and D2C).
• Perform OS installation and basic configuration per build standards.
• Validate hardware functionality (POST checks, BIOS/firmware baseline).
• Conduct post-installation QA and documentation of progress.
• Identify and resolve installation issues; escalate when required.
• Guide L1 technicians and coordinate with project teams.

Skills

Data center installations

Rack builds

Structured cabling

Power distribution

DX cooling

D2C cooling

OS installation

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Documentation

Tools

PXE

Job description

Data Center Field Installations Technician

NO C2C

Permanent or US only

The Data Center Field Installations Technician is a developing technical role responsible for executing and overseeing in-rack installation activities of moderate complexity within a data center environment. This includes rack builds, equipment installation, structured cabling, power distribution, advanced cooling integration (DX and direct-to-chip liquid cooling), and initial system bring-up activities.
This role works with greater autonomy and is responsible for interpreting installation designs, validating work quality, and supporting troubleshooting during deployment activities.
Through proactive coordination and problem-solving, this role ensures installations are completed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with technical standards and project timelines.
The primary objective of this role is to deliver high-quality installation and validation outcomes while minimizing delays, rework, and SLA risks.
The Data Center Field Installations Technician is responsible for managing standard to medium-complexity installation tasks, guiding L1 technicians, and resolving issues encountered during implementation.

Onsite - shift work - Barber Lake, TX./Colorado City, TX

• Onsite position in Colorado City, TX./Barber Lake, TX.
• Shift work required 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
• First shift: 7am to 4pm
• Second Shift: 3pm to 12am
• Third Shift: 11pm- 8am
• Opportunity for long-term extension or future full-time employment based on performance
• Training provided for motivated candidates with strong foundational cabling experience
• Implement and optimize cooling solutions:
  • Configure airflow best practices for DX-cooled environments
  • Install and validate direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling systems, including cold plates, hoses, manifolds, and quick disconnects
  • Perform visual inspections for leaks and ensure proper routing, strain relief, and secure connections
• Perform initial system bring-up activities:
  • Execute OS installation and basic configuration (in line with build standards and imaging processes)
  • Validate hardware functionality (POST checks, BIOS/firmware baseline verification)
  • Perform basic network connectivity checks where required
• Conduct post-installation quality assurance:
  • Verify installations against design specifications and checklists
  • Perform cable, power, and labeling audits
  • Validate airflow and cooling setup (DX and D2C)
  • Identify and remediate defects or elevate issues
• Identify and resolve installation issues, escalating when required
• Support and guide L1 technicians on best practices and procedures
• Coordinate with project teams, engineering, and operations for smooth delivery
• Update documentation and report installation progress and deviations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead rack build and in-rack deployment activities based on design documentation
• Interpret rack layouts, elevation diagrams, and cabling schematics
• Perform and validate rack & stack activities for servers, storage, and network equipment
• Execute and verify structured cabling (fiber and copper), including basic testing/validation
• Install and validate power connections (single/dual feed, PDUs, load considerations)
• Implement and optimize cooling solutions:
  • Configure airflow best practices for DX-cooled environments
  • Install and validate direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling systems, including cold plates, hoses, manifolds, and quick disconnects
  • Perform visual inspections for leaks and ensure proper routing, strain relief, and secure connections
• Perform initial system bring-up activities:
  • Execute OS installation and basic configuration (in line with build standards and imaging processes)
  • Validate hardware functionality (POST checks, BIOS/firmware baseline verification)
  • Perform basic network connectivity checks where required
• Conduct post-installation quality assurance:
  • Verify installations against design specifications and checklists
  • Perform cable, power, and labeling audits
  • Validate airflow and cooling setup (DX and D2C)
  • Identify and remediate defects or elevate issues
• Identify and resolve installation issues, escalating when required
• Support and guide L1 technicians on best practices and procedures
• Coordinate with project teams, engineering, and operations for smooth delivery
• Update documentation and report installation progress and deviations

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all data center safety standards, permits, and procedures
• Actively promote safe working practices and intervene in unsafe situations
• Apply electrical safety awareness when working with powered equipment and PDUs
• Follow and enforce safe handling procedures for direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems (including leak prevention and response)
• Ensure proper use of PPE by self and supporting team members
• Conduct risk awareness during installations (e.g., heavy lifts, cable congestion, liquid connections)
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workspace safety
• Report and elevate hazards, incidents, and non-compliance issues

Requirements

1. Proven experience in data center installations or similar hands‑on technical role
2. Strong understanding of rack infrastructure, server, storage, and network hardware
3. Proficiency in structured cabling (fiber and copper) and cable management best practices
4. Experience with power distribution within racks (PDUs, dual feeds, redundancy concepts)
5. Working knowledge of cooling methodologies:
   • DX airflow management within racks
   • Direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling systems (installation, connection handling, and basic validation)
6. Experience with system deployment activities:
   • OS installation and imaging tools (e.g., PXE, ISO-based installs, or automated deployment tools)
   • Basic BIOS/firmware configuration and hardware validation
   • Familiarity with post-install validation and quality assurance processes
7. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and MOPs
8. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills during installations
9. Ability to work independently and guide junior technicians
10. Good understanding of health and safety regulations in data center environments
11. Physically capable of performing installation tasks in demanding environments

Company Description

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
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