Data Center Technician

About the Opportunity:

Join a large-scale data center construction project supporting multiple data halls in Red Oak, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced data center cabling technicians to work on a high-profile deployment with substantial overtime potential and the possibility of contract extension or permanent employment based on performance.

We are seeking experienced Data Center Cable Technicians with hands-on experience installing and supporting fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure in data center environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, pull, route, dress, and label fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Perform rack and stack activities for network and server hardware.
• Install and connect pre-terminated fiber cabling into cassettes and distribution systems.
• Support backbone fiber installations, including high-count fiber infrastructure such as 144-count and 288-count fiber.
• Complete fiber and copper terminations according to project specifications.
• Maintain cable organization and documentation throughout installation activities.
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting using Fluke test equipment and OTDR testing tools.
• Follow all data center standards, safety procedures, and quality installation practices.
• Collaborate with team members and project leadership to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on data center cabling experience.
• Experience with fiber optic and copper cable installation, pulling, routing, dressing, labeling, rack and stack, and terminations.
• Exposure to data center hardware installation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with fiber testing and troubleshooting tools, including Fluke and OTDR, is a plus.
• Data center hyperscale experience strongly preferred.
• Strong reliability, attendance, work ethic, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset, and willingness to learn.

Schedule & Work Environment:

• 12-hour shifts.
• Initial schedule is night shift: 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM.
• Must be available to work 6-7 days per week, including weekends as needed.
• Opportunity to transition to day or night shifts during later project phases.
• Fast-paced construction and data center environment.

What We Offer:

• Long-term project with potential extensions.
• Potential for full-time employment based on performance.
• Significant overtime opportunities, with the ability to work 72-84 hours per week.
• Hands-on experience supporting a large-scale data center build.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced infrastructure and data center professionals.

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 22, 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.