Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1)

NTT is a global Systems Integrator. They have a long standing relationship with Google. These are the Data Center Technician roles we need support with for the AI Data center build in Barber Lake, TX which is next to Colorado City, TX. This is about an hour west of Abilene, TX. This is an initial Proof of value project for NTT with Google. If all goes well these positions could be eventual long term contract or contract to hire.

Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1)

The Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1) is an entry-level technical role responsible for executing standardized in-rack installation activities within a data center environment. This includes rack builds, equipment racking and stacking, structured cabling, power connections, and cooling setup tasks (DX and direct-to-chip liquid cooling).

This role provides hands-on support for deployment activities by following established procedures, checklists, and technical standards to ensure consistent, high-quality installations.

Through accurate execution of installation tasks and adherence to defined processes, this role contributes to timely project delivery and minimizes rework or operational risk.

The primary objective of this role is to complete all assigned installation activities in alignment with quality standards, safety requirements, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

The Data Center Field Installations Technician (L1) is responsible for handling standard, low-complexity installation tasks, performing routine physical work, and using documented guidelines and supervision where required.

This is shift work. They are looking for 3-4 L1’s for each shift.

First shift: 7am to 4pm

Second Shift: 3pm to 12am

Third Shift: 11pm- 8am

Key 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:

o Install blanking panels and airflow management components for DX-cooled environments

o Support airflow optimization through proper cable routing and rack layout

o Assist with direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling connections under supervision (e.g., hose routing, quick disconnects)

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

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Comply with all data center safety policies, procedures, and permit-to-work systems

Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for tasks (e.g., gloves, safety shoes, eye protection)

Follow safe manual handling practices when lifting and installing equipment

Adhere to electrical safety standards when working with power connections (under supervision)

Follow safety procedures for direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems, including leak awareness and immediate reporting

Maintain good housekeeping to prevent trip hazards (e.g., cable management, packaging disposal)

Immediately report hazards, near misses, or incidents

Shift Work Cleanliness Housekeeping Cable Routing Apache Airflow Detail Oriented Network Routing Manual Handling Project Delivery Electrical Safety Safety Procedures Business Valuation Technical Standard Structured Cabling Hardware Components Willingness To Learn Design Specifications Packaging And Labeling Full Stack Development Liquid Cooling Systems Service-Level Agreement Technical Documentation Business Transformation, 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

Skills

Cable, Rack and stack, Cabling, Racking, Data center, Infrastructure

Top Skills Details

Cable,Rack and stack,Cabling, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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