Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Location: Red Oak, TX

Project: Oracle Data Center Build (Building 10)

Client: Vision Technologies

Duration: 3-4 Months (Potential Extension Through Building 12)

Employment Type: Contract with Potential Conversion to Full-Time Based on Performance

About the Opportunity

Vision Technologies, a national commercial and federal systems integrator, has secured a large-scale Oracle data center construction project in Red Oak, Texas. The team is seeking 60 Data Center Technicians to support the installation and deployment of critical infrastructure within a hyperscale data center environment.

This is a high-profile project offering the opportunity to gain experience on a major data center build while working alongside experienced industry professionals. Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may have the opportunity to extend on future phases of the project and potentially convert to a full-time employee.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, pull, route, and dress fiber optic and copper cabling throughout the data center environment.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities for network and infrastructure equipment.
• Install and connect pre-terminated fiber into fiber cassettes and patch panels.
• Label, organize, and manage cable pathways according to data center standards.
• Perform fiber and copper terminations.
• Assist with fiber testing and troubleshooting using Fluke and OTDR equipment.
• Support backbone fiber installations, including 144-count and 288-count fiber.
• Maintain quality standards, safety requirements, and project-specific installation procedures.
• Work collaboratively with project teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

Required Qualifications

• Previous data center installation experience.
• Experience pulling, installing, dressing, and terminating fiber optic and/or copper cabling.
• Familiarity with rack-and-stack activities and structured cabling infrastructure.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow installation standards and project requirements.
• Willingness and ability to work extended shifts in an active construction environment.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing and troubleshooting fiber and copper cabling using Fluke testers and OTDR equipment.
• Experience with hyperscale data center projects.
• Lead technician experience or experience mentoring junior technicians.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic infrastructure and best practices.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts
• 6-7 days per week
• Current shift: Night Shift (6:30 PM - 6:30 AM)
• Future phases may include both Day and Night shifts
• Must be flexible to work weekends, including Sundays, as project needs require
• Employees will be required to report to a designated shuttle location prior to each shift for transportation to the job site

Training & Onboarding Requirements

• Oracle Orientation October 5 (onsite)
• Vision Technologies onboarding
• TEKsystems onboarding
• OSHA 10 certification required
• Scissor Lift certification required
• Candidates are responsible for obtaining required certifications prior to starting

Screening Requirements

• Drug screening required prior to employment
• Random onsite drug testing throughout project duration
• Screening conducted through Oracle during orientation
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required at all times onsite

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for dependable technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess:

• Strong attendance and reliability
• Positive attitude and team-first mentality
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn
• Ability to work safely and efficiently under demanding schedules
• Commitment to quality workmanship and project success

Top Skills

• Data Center Infrastructure
• Fiber Optic Installation
• Copper Cabling Installation
• Rack & Stack
• Structured Cabling
• Fiber Termination
• Pre-Terminated Fiber Systems
• OTDR Testing
• Fluke Testing
• Hardware Installation & Troubleshooting

Experience Level: Intermediate

Note: Candidates must be comfortable working extended hours, including nights and weekends, in a construction-focused data center environment. This project offers significant overtime potential and the opportunity to work on a major Oracle hyperscale data center deployment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Red Oak, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Red Oak,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.