DC technician

VDart Inc; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

VDart Inc in The Woodlands, TX is seeking a Data Center Technician to join the Datacenter Operation team. You will install, rack, and deploy server and networking hardware in datacenter environments and manage cabling, hardware replacements, and incident response to 24/7 SLA.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic IT hardware knowledge; Linux exposure and ticketing/asset tools are a plus. This long-term contract role requires on-site presence and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware and IT infrastructure concepts.
• Familiarity with server hardware components and basic troubleshooting concepts.
• Basic networking knowledge including copper/fiber cabling and connectivity standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in datacenter environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in fast-paced operational settings.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, and deploy server and networking hardware in datacenter environments.
• Perform cable management tasks including reseating, labeling, and replacing network, power, and fiber/copper cabling.
• Execute server tray swaps and hardware replacements following established operational procedures.
• Respond to incidents and support onsite troubleshooting while maintaining aggressive SLA requirements.
• Document maintenance activities, hardware changes, and inventory updates accurately in tracking systems.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic diagnostics to identifypotential hardware or connectivity issues.
• Work within rotating shifts or hold on-call responsibilities to support 24/7 operations.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with customers, vendors, partner teams, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

Networking basics

Documentation

On-site support

Facilities coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ticketing systems

Asset tracking tools

Linux basics

Job description

Role- DC technician

Location: The woodlands, TX

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Data Center Technician

About the Team

The Datacenter Operation team supports the company's fast growth by deploying and operating hyperscale datacenters. The team takes full onsite responsibility for each site and manages the end-to-end lifecycle of hardware fleet operations, providing scalable and reliable infrastructure solutions and services for AI workloads.

Responsibilities

• Install, rack, and deploy server and networking hardware in datacenter environments.
• Perform cable management tasks including reseating, labeling, and replacing network, power, and fiber/copper cabling.
• Execute server tray swaps and hardware replacements following established operational procedures.
• Respond to incidents and support onsite troubleshooting while maintaining aggressive SLA requirements.
• Document maintenance activities, hardware changes, and inventory updates accurately in tracking systems.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic diagnostics to identifypotential hardware or connectivity issues.
• Work within rotating shifts or hold on-call responsibilities to support 24/7 operations.
• Maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with customers, vendors, partner teams, and internal stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware and IT infrastructure concepts.
• Familiarity with server hardware components and basic troubleshooting concepts.
• Basic networking knowledge including copper/fiber cabling and connectivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow technical procedures precisely.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in datacenter environments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in fast-paced operational settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in IT support, computer repair, or technical operations environments.
• Familiarity with datacenter equipment, ticketing systems, or asset tracking tools.
• Technical certifications or relevant coursework in IT, networking, or infrastructure operations.
• Experience supporting hardware deployments or break/fix activities.
• Exposure to Linux systems or command-line environments.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-availability technical environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to clarity and detail.