Data Center Technician (L1) — Path to Lead (Contract)

Gtatelecom; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gtatelecom is seeking an entry-level Data Center Technician to assist with rack assembly, cabling, and equipment installation in a fast-growing data center environment in Lincoln, NE. The role focuses on hands-on setup, documentation, and adherence to safety and SOPs.

Training is provided with opportunities for advancement within the team. Responsibilities include installing and labeling components, ensuring proper cable routing, and supporting DX-cooled environments under supervision.

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of data center environments and IT hardware components.
• Familiarity with copper and/or fiber structured cabling practices.
• Awareness of rack infrastructure elements such as PDUs, rails, and cable management.
• Exposure to airflow management; D2C cooling knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and prepare racks (rail kits, PDUs, cable management, labeling).
• Rack and stack servers, network, and storage per design specs.
• Perform structured cabling (copper and fiber) including routing and labeling.
• Connect power cabling following defined redundancy standards.
• Assist with in-rack airflow and cooling setup and optimization.

Skills

Data center basics

Structured cabling

Rack infrastructure

Airflow management

D2C cooling awareness

Job description

Gtatelecom is seeking an entry-level Data Center Technician to assist with rack assembly, cabling, and equipment installation in a fast-growing data center environment in Lincoln, NE. The role focuses on hands-on setup, documentation, and adherence to safety and SOPs.

Training is provided with opportunities for advancement within the team. Responsibilities include installing and labeling components, ensuring proper cable routing, and supporting DX-cooled environments under supervision.