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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician - **Company:** Leapros Skilled Trades - **Location:** Red Oak, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $47,840.0 - $62,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Macintosh Computers, Data Centers, Linux, Networking Hardware, Microsoft Office, Network Connections, PuTTY, Server Administration, VMware Infrastructure, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=058c3251e67a05a9 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Word embeddings?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High School diploma or GED equivalency required. * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a data center, operations, or related technical field. * Strong working knowledge of server and network hardware components. * Proficiency in copper and fiber infrastructure installation and testing. * Familiarity with data center productivity and support tools such as Windows, Linux, SSH, RDP, and Putty. * Competency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel. * Comfortable supporting multiple site locations across Red Oak and Irving, TX. * Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in a mission-critical setting. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder, and in confined spaces. * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds. * Must be able to see and distinguish different colors for cable identification. * Ability to read small print and recognize audible signals such as dial tones. * Capability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for prolonged periods of time. ## Description Leapros Skilled Trades is actively hiring Data Center Technician in Red Oak, TX. The Data Center Technician supports the physical and virtual infrastructure of mission-critical facilities, ensuring data center best practices and industry standards are maintained. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of hardware deployments, from initial installation and cabling to ongoing maintenance and decommissioning. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with hardware MACs (Moves/Adds/Changes), structured cabling, and smart-hands support in a fast-paced environment., * Directly support and complete all scheduled data center MACs (Moves, Adds, and Changes) including device labeling and power/network connectivity. * Perform hardware installation, certification, troubleshooting, and break-fix tasks according to specified work orders. * Provide smart-hands assistance for customers, maintaining specified service level agreement (SLA) response times. * Maintain accurate documentation and record-keeping for asset management, auditing, and daily work logs. * Ensure a safe and secure operating environment by adhering to site security protocols, badging requirements, and data protection procedures. * Coordinate equipment and material receiving, shipping, and RMA processing as required. * Conduct physical data center inspections for general health, power, cooling, and potential hazards. * Provide general cleaning on raised floors, cabinet surfaces, and work benches to maintain facility standards. * Support standard and emergency operating procedures to ensure continuous data center service availability. * Serve as a point of contact for vendor and security escorts within the facility. ## 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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs)