Data Center Technician: Field Rack & Cabling Specialist

Ericsson; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role is ideal for technicians with experience in data center operations, telecommunications, structured cabling, or IT infrastructure who are ready to work independently on standard deployment and operational tasks.

As a Data Center Technician, you will execute rack-and-stack activities, structured cabling

Qualifications

• 1+ years in data center operations, structured cabling, telecoms, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing and equipment installation activities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and MOPs.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to safety.
• Willingness to travel 50% - 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Execute rack-and-stack activities and structured cabling installations.
• Provision, test, and support data center equipment.
• Perform routine operational tasks according to procedures and safety standards.
• Collaborate with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers.
• Adhere to Ericsson and customer standards at all times.

Skills

Data center ops

Structured cabling

Rack-and-stack

Testing

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

High school diploma/tech cert

Job description

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role is ideal for technicians with experience in data center operations, telecommunications, structured cabling, or IT infrastructure who are ready to work independently on standard deployment and operational tasks.

As a Data Center Technician, you will execute rack-and-stack activities, structured cabling