Data Center Services Technician

Lancesoft; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure in hyperscale and enterprise data centers. You will perform equipment installation, rack-and-stack, cable management, hardware provisioning, testing, and routine maintenance following established procedures and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on data center experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in fast-paced

Qualifications

• Data center operations and structured cabling experience.
• 2+ years in data center operations or IT infrastructure support.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and MOPs.
• Experience with rack-and-stack, cable management, and basic testing.
• Independent work capability with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Install and deploy servers, network devices, storage per docs.
• Install, route, terminate, label copper and fiber cabling.
• Install PDUs and connect to power sources.
• Provision hardware and OOB management connections.
• Conduct basic testing and validation (continuity, fiber).
• Perform MACD moves and FRU replacements as per procedures.
• Maintain installation records, test results, inventory, and as-built docs.
• Identify and report installation/safety issues to senior staff.
• Follow installation procedures and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with teams, vendors, and customers to complete tasks.

Skills

Rack-and-stack

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description: We are seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure in hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. The ideal candidate will have experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, or IT infrastructure support. The technician will perform equipment installation, rack-and-stack activities, cable management, hardware provisioning, testing, and routine maintenance while following established technical procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and deploy servers, network devices, storage equipment, and related infrastructure according to engineering designs and installation documentation.
• Install, route, terminate, label, and organize copper and fiber-optic cabling.
• Install rack power distribution units (PDUs) and connect equipment to designated power sources.
• Perform hardware provisioning, component installation, and out-of-band (OOB) management connections.
• Conduct basic testing and validation, including cable continuity testing, fiber verification, and equipment turn-up procedures.
• Perform moves, adds, changes, and disconnects (MACD) and replace field-replaceable units (FRUs) according to approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate installation records, test results, inventory updates, and as-built documentation.
• Identify and report installation issues, design discrepancies, operational problems, and safety risks to senior technicians or site leadership.
• Follow established installation procedures, technical standards, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of data center hardware, server racks, servers, networking equipment, and power distribution systems.
• Understanding of copper and fiber-optic cabling practices and basic optical networking concepts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, installation documents, and methods of procedure (MOPs).
• Hands-on experience with rack-and-stack activities, equipment installation, cable management, and basic testing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Comfortable working on ladders or elevated work platforms when required.
• Ability to move equipment and work safely in an active data center environment.
• Willingness to comply with applicable safety procedures and certification requirements.