Data Center Technician- 8 Week Assignment

TEKsystems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $161/day

Onsite contract role

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking Datacenter Technicians for an 8-week contract in Austin, TX. The role focuses on MDF/IDF closets, terminating fiber LC connectors, and ensuring connectivity across multiple appliances. Prior fiber patch panel and strong networking experience are required.

Experience with tools like Mypatch, Surf and Elevation is a plus. Per diem of $161/day for food and lodging is provided, with OT pay at 2x.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber patch panels and solid networking experience.
• Familiarity with terminating LC connectors and fiber testing equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of Mypatch, Surf and Elevation meta tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Terminate patch panels with fiber LC connectors and verify connectivity.
• Label cables and ensure correct labeling in the FIM database.
• Troubleshoot if lights do not blink using OTDR/VFL/Fluke.
• Hit the ground running with prior related work experience.

Skills

Fiber

Patch Panels

Fiber optic

Cat6

Cabling

Splicing

Tools

Mypatch

Surf

Elevation

OTDR

VFL

Fluke

Job description

8 week Data Center Opportunity Located in Temple, TX- Will get stipend for food and lodging

We need Datacenter Technicians that have worked within MDF/IDF closets terminating patch panels with fiber LC connectors, ensuring the connectivity(lights are blinking), troubleshooting if the lights don't blink(OTDR/ VFL/Fluke), and label the cable and ensure the proper label is in the FIM database. The fibers could connect to multiple appliances so understanding of connectivity is very important. We are looking for people that can hit the ground running and have done this type of work in the past. Main two things they need is experience with Fiber patch panel and solid networking experience.

If they have used meta's softward/database that is a huge plus- Mypatch, surf and elevation

If they have worked at Meta in the past 6 months, they cannot go back. They also are not allowed to poach from other contractors on site.

Perdiem is $161/dy for food and lodging and will be paid for every day they work 7 days a week.

They will recieve 2x for OT hours instead of 1.5x

Skills

• Fiber, Patch Panels, Fiber optic, Cat6, Cabling, Splicing

Top Skills Details

• Fiber,Patch Panels,Fiber optic

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Cleaning and polishing fiber
• Terminating LC connectors
• Using fiber testing equipment
• Mypatch, surf and elevation are the meta tools they use for this job, it would be a slam dunk if they have used them.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80, 000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.