Data Center Hardware Tech: Rack & Cabling

TEKsystems; Barstow (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Disability coverage

Transportation benefits

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a hands-on Data Center IT Hardware & Cabling Technician in Barstow, TX. The role supports installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of server and network infrastructure within a data center environment, focusing on server hardware, rack-and-stack, fiber/copper cabling, component replacement, and break/fix support.

Responsibilities include server deployment, troubleshooting hardware failures, documenting work, and collaborating with network engineers.

Qualifications

• Hands-on IT hardware and cabling experience.
• Familiarity with computer/server components and basic hardware troubleshooting.
• Understanding of Ethernet and fiber fundamentals.
• Ability to follow technical documentation and procedures.
• Comfortable using hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Able to lift and move IT equipment and work in racks.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, stack, cable, and decommission servers, switches, storage devices, and other data center hardware.
• Troubleshoot server hardware failures (RAM, CPUs, HDDs/SSDs, NICs, PSUs, mobos).
• Perform break/fix work per tickets and procedures.
• Install, route, dress, label, and document fiber/copper cabling.
• Test connectivity with VFLs, cable testers, loopbacks, optical power meters.
• Replace faulty optics, cables, NICs, and other components.
• Document troubleshooting steps, parts, and connections in tickets.

Skills

IT hardware and cabling

Ethernet/fiber basics

Documentation

Hand tools usage

Lifting/moving equipment

Independence

Attention to detail

Tools

Cable testers

VFLs

Optical power meters

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a hands-on Data Center IT Hardware & Cabling Technician in Barstow, TX. The role supports installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of server and network infrastructure within a data center environment, focusing on server hardware, rack-and-stack, fiber/copper cabling, component replacement, and break/fix support.

Responsibilities include server deployment, troubleshooting hardware failures, documenting work, and collaborating with network engineers.