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# Data Center Technician - II

- **Company:** NextGen Staffing
- **Location:** Abernathy, TX, United States
- **Salary:** $60,320.0 - $70,720.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Networking Hardware
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b52cb2cc50d278ce

## About the Role

* Data center experience, including basic rack-and-stack and equipment installation.
 * Basic copper and structured cabling experience.
 * Ability to read rack layouts, cabling diagrams, and installation procedures.
 * Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of data center safety practices.
 * Ability to perform physical installation work and work a shift schedule.

Desired Skills & Experience

 * Experience using a Fluke tester or similar fiber testing equipment.
 * Experience with rack inspections, hose fastening checks, manifold installation, or component swap-outs.
 * Familiarity with PDUs, power feeds, and rack-level power distribution.
 * Exposure to airflow management, DX cooling, or direct-to-chip liquid cooling.
 * Experience guiding junior technicians or coordinating installation work.

## Description

* Build racks and install server, storage, and network equipment according to design documentation.
 * Perform pre- and post-installation rack inspections, including checks of cabling, labeling, and installation quality.
 * Install, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling using appropriate testing tools.
 * Support power connections and cooling work, including hose fastening, manifold installation, and liquid-cooling checks.
 * Complete component swap-outs and troubleshoot installation issues; resolve or escalate problems as appropriate.
 * Follow safety procedures, maintain organized work areas, and document progress and deviations.

Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week