Data Center Rack & Cable Technician - Entry Level (Shift Roles)

TEKsystems; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1) in Lubbock, TX to support rack assembly, cabling, and server provisioning in an onsite data center environment. This entry-level role emphasizes following design specifications and SOPs to ensure reliable power, cooling, and cable management.

Shifts run 7am-4pm, 3pm-12am, and 11pm-8am, with daily responsibilities including wiring, labeling, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Entry level position in a data center environment.
• Contract role based in Lubbock, TX.
• Onsite work with documented procedures and safety rules.

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: 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

Skills

Cable

Rack and stack

Hardware

Racking

Cat6

Education

Entry Level

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1) in Lubbock, TX to support rack assembly, cabling, and server provisioning in an onsite data center environment. This entry-level role emphasizes following design specifications and SOPs to ensure reliable power, cooling, and cable management.

Shifts run 7am-4pm, 3pm-12am, and 11pm-8am, with daily responsibilities including wiring, labeling, and safety compliance.