> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1283321-data-center-technician-ii-data-center-services](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1283321-data-center-technician-ii-data-center-services). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician II, Data Center Services - **Company:** The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $49,920.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Ethernet, Issue Tracking Systems - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=395c14e9071d25a8 ## About the Role Required Education Associate's Degree in a technical field. Experience 3 years of job-related experience. Additional job-related experience may be considered in lieu of education. Preferred Experience May be required to submit to a federal background investigation. ## Description The Data Center Technician II's main responsibility is to perform intake for various data center work orders, review requirements, discern the appropriate action steps, and implement the necessary infrastructure upgrades using industry expertise. This role keeps current with industry standards, growth, and changes in technology. The Data Center Technician II's main responsibility is to perform intake for various data center work orders, review requirements, discern the appropriate action steps, and implement the necessary infrastructure upgrades using industry expertise. This role keeps current with industry standards, growth, and changes in technology. Additionally, this position will manage/coordinate department projects. This is a 24/7, 100% on campus position and requires flexibility and willingness to cover shifts of any hour with short notice. Infrequent travel to remote facilities may be required. Additionally, this position may be scheduled to work during off-hours that may fall outside of normal business hours or during the weekend, specifically Mon-Fri, 8:00am to 5:00pm, and periodically assigned after-hour support and availability to receive pages 24-7., Manage/coordinate department projects. Monitors and responds to failures including those related to power, hardware, network, and facilities. Analyzes system events/alerts and diagnoses potential root causes. Utilize elevated access and sound judgement during remediation processes. Responds to system hardware issues by applying diagnostics, troubleshooting, testing, and reimplementation. Carries out shipping/receiving duties to maintain accurate inventory control and asset tracking. Conducts issue tracking and responds to incidents in a timely manner. Runs cable as specified in work orders, often including Fiber and Ethernet. Assists with project initiatives and collaborates with other technicians and engineers. Assists with the auditing and verification of data center equipment and operations. Interacts with clients via written communication and phone and showcases high quality customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. ## Related Videos - [Recruiting in 2025: Will AI Help or Take Over?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1301-recruiting-in-2025-will-ai-help-or-take-over) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [7 tips for releasing on a Friday afternoon: YouTrack to the rescue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/204-7-tips-for-releasing-on-a-friday-afternoon-youtrack-to-the-rescue) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## Related Articles - [How Many Jobs Are Available in Technology?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/450-how-many-jobs-are-available-in-technology) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)