Data Center Technician II — Rack & Cabling Pro (Plano)

Ericsson; Houston (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 data center infrastructure in Plano, TX. The role involves rack-and-stack, cabling, equipment provisioning, testing, and ongoing site support to meet Ericsson and customer standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in data centers or IT infrastructure, with strong attention to safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years in data center operations or related IT infrastructure roles.
• Experience with rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation.
• Ability to read engineering docs and follow procedures with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install and deploy servers, network devices, storage, and related infrastructure per designs.
• Route, terminate, and manage copper and fiber cabling with proper labeling.
• Set up PDUs, connect equipment to power sources, verify power and connectivity.
• Provision equipment, install hardware, and configure OOB management.
• Perform basic testing, fiber verification, and turn-up procedures.
• Execute MACD activities and FRU replacements per approved procedures.
• Maintain installation records, test results, and as-built docs.
• Escalate design or safety issues to senior staff.

Skills

Data center operations

Structured cabling

Field services

IT infrastructure support

Rack-and-stack

Education

High school diploma or technical certification

Tools

Networking equipment

Power distribution systems

Structured cabling tools

Job description

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of data center infrastructure in Plano, TX. The role involves rack-and-stack, cabling, equipment provisioning, testing, and ongoing site support to meet Ericsson and customer standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in data centers or IT infrastructure, with strong attention to safety and accuracy.