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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician (CT1/CT2) - El Paso, TX - **Company:** Leapros Skilled Trades - **Location:** El Paso, TX, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $43,680.0 - $62,400.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Macintosh Computers, Data Centers, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Network Diagrams, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c25099503744bfc9 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical troubleshooting support?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Must be a local resident of the El Paso, TX market with the ability to travel to Altoona, IA for the first 3 to 6 months. * 1-3 years of experience in a data center environment, telecommunications, or structured cabling (CT1 or CT2 level). * High school diploma or GED equivalency. * General knowledge of server and network hardware/components and copper and fiber infrastructure. * Ability to read and interpret floor plans, network diagrams, and cable schedules. * Proficiency with basic IT hardware installation and network troubleshooting concepts. * Strong aptitude for working in an independent environment with high productivity requirements. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and move equipment up to 75 pounds. * Must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder, and in confined spaces. * Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for prolonged periods of time. * Must be able to see and distinguish different colors for cable identification. * Ability to hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones or equipment alarms. * Comfortable working in varying temperatures including hot attics and cold data center aisles. ## Description Leapros Skilled Trades is actively hiring Data Center Technician (CT1/CT2) in El Paso, TX. The Data Center Technician (CT1/CT2) is responsible for supporting the physical infrastructure of hyperscale data centers through structured cabling, hardware installation, and maintenance. This role requires an El Paso-based professional who is willing to travel to Altoona, IA, for an initial 3-6 month assignment before returning to El Paso for long-term local operations., * Support and complete all scheduled data center Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs) including device labeling and power connectivity. * Install, route, and secure fiber optic and copper cabling according to design schematics and industry standards. * Deploy hardware components including racks, switches, and patch panels within mission-critical environments. * Provide smart-hands assistance for troubleshooting fiber connectivity, signal loss, or hardware damage. * Perform asset management and auditing, ensuring equipment and cabling are accurately documented in daily work logs. * Conduct daily physical inspections of the data center for general health, power distribution, and cooling hazards. * Maintain site security protocols and follow strict data protection and retention procedures. * Coordinate with project managers and leads to ensure deployment timelines and quality standards are met during both travel and local phases. * Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in cabling areas, raised floors, and cabinet exteriors. * Follow all safety protocols and use proper PPE in high-security and sensitive environments. ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Designing Reliable Distributed Systems: Failures, Retries & Idempotency](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1963-designing-reliable-distributed-systems-failures-retries-idempotency) - [200 OK: Payment settled, resource delivered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100063-200-ok-payment-settled-resource-delivered) - [How Your Bundle Size Affects The Climate](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/308-how-your-bundle-size-affects-the-climate) ## Related Articles - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [IT Salaries in Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/286-it-salaries-in-austria) - [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) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)