Data Center Technician: Odessa, TX

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage – Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

STN Incorporated is seeking a Data Center Technician to join their infrastructure team in Odessa, TX. This role involves maintaining and supporting the operation of critical data center environments. Key responsibilities include hardware installation, troubleshooting, and ensuring system compliance.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have at least 3 years of experience in related roles. Compensation ranges from $40,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience, along with benefits like health coverage and unlimited paid time off.

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.)

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and networking equipment.
• Monitor system performance and environmental conditions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, connectivity, and power issues.

Skills

Server hardware knowledge

Networking basics

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Netbox

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.