Data Center Technician

ECLARO; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company seeks a Data Center Technician in Richardson, TX to support installations and cabling for IT infrastructure. The role requires hands-on experience with enterprise servers and network devices. The successful candidate will ensure installation accuracy, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and maintain documentation of all configurations. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Commuter Check Pretax Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise-class servers and network switches.
• Ability to manage high-density equipment safely.
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lab Infrastructure Team.
• Install and cable IT infrastructure equipment.
• Perform Layer 1 connectivity diagnostics.

Skills

Installation and cabling of IT infrastructure

Troubleshooting hardware

Knowledge of fiber optics

Layer 1 connectivity diagnostics

Tools

MPO polarity testers

OTDR

Job description

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Base pay range

$32.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Job Number: 25-04535

Use your skills where innovative technology solutions begin. ECLARO is looking for a Data Center Technician for our client in Richardson, TX.

ECLARO’s client is a leading technology solutions provider, collaborating with customers to manage their needs and achieve success in their business goals. If you’re up to the challenge, then take a chance at this rewarding opportunity!

Position Overview:

• Support the Lap Infrastructure Team.
• A skilled and motivated Data Center Installation Technician to support the Labs installation, cabling and troubleshooting.
  
  

Pay Rate: $32.00-$35.00/Hour

Responsibilities:

• Install, cable, and integrate IT infrastructure equipment, including enterprise-class servers, core and edge network switches, storage arrays, and intelligent PDUs, following structured methodologies and data center industry best practices.
• Perform precision physical hardware deployments, including racking and stacking of high-density equipment, ensuring optimal airflow, secure mounting, and compliance with weight distribution standards.
• Execute structured cabling tasks using fiber optic (LC/MPO/MTP) and copper (Cat6/Cat6a) media, ensuring accurate port mapping, cable labeling, and adherence to TIA/EIA and ANSI standards.
• Test, validate, and troubleshoot MPO/MTP fiber connections, including end face inspection, polarity (Type A, B, C) verification, continuity, and insertion loss using appropriate diagnostic tools (e.g., MPO polarity testers, VFL, OTDR, and power meters).
• Diagnose and resolve Layer 1 connectivity issues, such as mispatches, bent fibers, improper transceiver pairings, or polarity mismatches in high-speed optical networks (10G/40G/100G/400G).
• Work collaboratively with senior technicians, infrastructure engineers, and network teams to meet deployment timelines, escalate complex issues, and ensure seamless integration into the live environment.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for all installations, including detailed cable matrices, fiber path layouts, port assignments, equipment inventories, and rack elevations.
  
  

If hired, you will enjoy the following ECLARO Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan administered by Merrill Lynch
• Commuter Check Pretax Commuter Benefits
• Eligibility to purchase Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through ECLARO
  
  

If interested, you may contact:

Greg Papalexis

[e-mail]

[phone]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-papalexis-6834271b4/

Equal Opportunity Employer: ECLARO values diversity and does not discriminate based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

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  Information Technology and Other

• Industries

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