Launch Your Data Center Career: Technician I — Remote TX

Ericsson; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson seeks an Associate Data Center Technician in Dallas, TX, with a remote option within Texas. This entry‑level role supports equipment staging, rack preparation, cabling, labeling, inventory, and documentation as part of a collaborative delivery team.

You will gain hands‑on experience in data center operations while following safety standards and documented procedures. This position offers growth within infrastructure and telecommunications fields.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, telecommunications equipment, networking, or data center infrastructure.
• Familiarity with copper and fiber cabling concepts is an asset.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete documentation and data entry tasks.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with a genuine willingness to learn.
• Ability to identify issues and promptly seek guidance when questions or concerns arise.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.
• Prior exposure to data centers, telecommunications, field services, or technical training programs is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, and stage equipment, consumables, and cabling in designated areas.
• Perform basic inventory checks against packing lists and update inventory tracking systems.
• Assist with rack positioning, leveling, and physical preparation under the guidance of senior team members.
• Install rack accessories such as cable managers, blanking panels, and pre-configured PDUs.
• Support rack‑and‑stack activities by lifting, aligning, and securing equipment per documented procedures.
• Perform basic copper and fiber patching using predefined port maps and installation instructions.
• Route and dress cabling in accordance with quality and data center standards.
• Apply labels to racks, ports, and cabling according to established naming conventions and color‑coding standards.
• Capture equipment serial numbers, rack locations, photographs, and installation records using standard templates.
• Execute low‑risk moves, adds, changes, and disconnects (MACD activities) under the direction of senior team members.
• Perform routine visual inspections of equipment, cabling, alarms, and work areas, escalating issues as needed.
• Follow established methods of procedure (MOPs), safety requirements, and quality standards at all times.

Skills

Data center hardware

Networking basics

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Tools

Cable test equipment

Inventory software

Rack hardware

Job description

Ericsson seeks an Associate Data Center Technician in Dallas, TX, with a remote option within Texas. This entry‑level role supports equipment staging, rack preparation, cabling, labeling, inventory, and documentation as part of a collaborative delivery team.

You will gain hands‑on experience in data center operations while following safety standards and documented procedures. This position offers growth within infrastructure and telecommunications fields.