Data Center Field Technician (L1) Abernathy, TX

Motion Recruitment; Abernathy (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Data Center Technician for a 3-month contract in Abernathy, TX. You will assist with rack assembly, cabling, and basic hardware setup to support ongoing data center operations.

Responsibilities include installing rail kits, PDUs, cable management, and labeling while following SOPs. This role requires physical work, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced technical environment.

Qualifications

• Basic data center and IT hardware knowledge.
• Familiar with structured cabling practices (copper and/or fiber).
• Awareness of rack infrastructure (PDUs, rails, cable management).
• Basic understanding of airflow management; exposure to DX or direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform rack assembly and preparation (rail kits, PDUs, cable management, labeling).
• Rack and stack servers, network, and storage equipment according to design specifications.
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber) including routing, dressing, and labeling.
• Connect power cabling (A/B feeds) following defined redundancy standards.
• Assist with in-rack airflow and cooling setup.
• Follow installation documentation, diagrams, and method of procedures (MOPs).
• Conduct basic quality checks and report discrepancies or issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within racks and work areas.

Skills

Data center environments

Structured cabling practices

Rack infrastructure

Airflow management & cooling

Job description

Come join a thriving Data Center company and gain enough training and experience to be promoted all the way up to Lead position!
Contract length: 3 months with likelihood of extension or being brought on permanently.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic understanding of data center environments and IT hardware components
• Familiarity with structured cabling practices (copper and/or fiber preferred)
• Awareness of rack infrastructure (PDUs, rails, cable management)
• Basic understanding of airflow management; exposure to DX or direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling is a plus

Desired Skills & Experience

• Ability to follow technical documentation and standard operating procedures
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform physical tasks (lifting, working in confined rack spaces, standing for extended periods)
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a technical environment

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform rack assembly and preparation (rail kits, PDUs, cable management, labeling)
• Rack and stack servers, network, and storage equipment according to design specifications
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber) including routing, dressing, and labeling
• Connect power cabling (A/B feeds) following defined redundancy standards

Daily Responsibilities

• Assist with in-rack airflow and cooling setup:

• 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 (D2C) liquid cooling connections under supervision (e.g., hose routing, quick disconnects)

• Follow installation documentation, diagrams, and method of procedures (MOPs)

• Conduct basic quality checks and report discrepancies or issues

• Maintain cleanliness and organization within racks and work areas