Entry-Level Data Center Technician: Rack, Cabling & Cooling

TEKsystems; Abernathy (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Onsite work

Job summary

TEKsystems in Abernathy, TX is hiring Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1), an entry-level role performing standardized in-rack installation activities in a data center environment. You will help with rack builds, cabling, power connections, and DX or direct-to-chip cooling under supervision.

The position emphasizes following procedures and safety guidelines, with three shifts available: 7am-4pm, 3pm-12am, and 11pm-8am.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of data center environments and IT hardware components.
• Familiarity with structured cabling practices (copper and/or fiber preferred).
• Awareness of rack infrastructure (PDUs, rails, cable management).
• Basic understanding of airflow management; exposure to DX or direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling is a plus.
• Ability to follow technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physical tasks (lifting, working in confined rack spaces, standing for extended periods).
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform rack assembly and preparation (rail kits, PDUs, cable management, labeling)
• Rack and stack servers, network, and storage equipment according to design specifications
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber) including routing, dressing, and labeling
• Connect power cabling (A/B feeds) following defined redundancy standards
• Assist With In-rack Airflow And Cooling Setup
• Follow installation documentation, diagrams, and method of procedures (MOPs)
• Conduct basic quality checks and report discrepancies or issues
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within racks and work areas
• Install blanking panels and airflow management components for DX-cooled environments
• Support airflow optimization through proper cable routing and rack layout
• Assist with direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling connections under supervision (e.g., hose routing, quick disconnects)

Skills

Cable

Rack and stack

Hardware

Racking

Cat6

Job description

TEKsystems in Abernathy, TX is hiring Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1), an entry-level role performing standardized in-rack installation activities in a data center environment. You will help with rack builds, cabling, power connections, and DX or direct-to-chip cooling under supervision.

The position emphasizes following procedures and safety guidelines, with three shifts available: 7am-4pm, 3pm-12am, and 11pm-8am.