Data Center Technician: Odessa, TX

STN, Inc.; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision

FSA Health and Dependent Care

401(k) Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

Cell Phone Allowance

Job summary

STN, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician to join our team in Odessa, TX. You’ll be responsible for maintaining our critical data center operations. This hands-on role involves collaborating with IT engineers to ensure reliable services.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in data center or IT infrastructure, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and familiarity with server hardware and networking.

Compensation ranges from $40,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a data center or IT infrastructure role.
• Hands-on experience with racking, cabling, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 75 lbs.) as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and networking equipment.
• Monitor system performance, uptime, and environmental conditions.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Server hardware knowledge

Networking basics

Hardware troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Virtualization tools (VMware, Hyper-V)

Job description

Data Center Technician

Location: Onsite / Travel as Needed (Odessa, TX)

STN is seeking a Data Center Technician to join our infrastructure team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, maintenance, and support of our mission‑critical data center environment in Chicago, Illinois. You’ll work hands‑on with hardware, cabling, monitoring systems, and server infrastructure, while collaborating with IT engineers to deliver reliable and secure services to our organization and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networking equipment, and related hardware.
• Monitor system performance, uptime, and environmental conditions within the data center.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment, including hardware inspections and cable management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, connectivity, and power issues.
• Assist with hardware lifecycle management (rack/stack, decommissioning, upgrades).
• Maintain accurate documentation of equipment, workflows, and incidents in Netbox.
• Ensure compliance with security, safety, and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience in a data center or IT infrastructure role.
• Familiarity with server hardware, networking basics, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
• Hands‑on experience with racking, cabling, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move equipment (up to 75 lbs.) as needed.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V, etc.).
• Knowledge of monitoring tools and ticketing systems.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Network+, or similar.
• Familiarity with power management, cooling systems, or large‑scale data center operations.

Compensation

• Full‑Time, Exempt
• Odessa, TX: $40,000 – $70,000/year, DOE

Benefits

• Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision
• FSA Health and Dependent Care available
• 401(k) Plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Observed Holidays Paid
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Collaborative, growth‑driven culture

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.