Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician
Red Oak, TX (On-Site)
$20-$32/hr + Overtime Available
Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts
4+ Month Contract with Potential for Extension or Permanent Hire
Join a Large-Scale Data Center Build Project

We are hiring multiple Data Center Technicians to support a major data center construction project in Red Oak, Texas . This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading technology infrastructure provider on a high-profile project with significant overtime potential and opportunities for long-term employment.
If you have data center cabling experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities

• Pull and install fiber optic and copper cabling
• Run, route, dress, and label cables according to project standards
• Perform rack and stack installations of network and hardware equipment
• Install and terminate fiber and copper cabling
• Work with backbone fiber including 144-count and 288-count fiber
• Install and connect pre-terminated fiber into cassettes
• Assist with testing and troubleshooting activities
• Utilize Fluke and OTDR testing equipment (preferred)
• Follow data center standards, safety procedures, and quality requirements
• Support large-scale data center construction and infrastructure deployments

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of data center experience
• Experience with:
  • Fiber optic installation
  • Copper cabling installation
  • Cable pulling and routing
  • Rack and stack activities
  • Cable dressing and labeling
  • Fiber and copper terminations
• Ability to work in a construction or data center environment
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Team-player mentality with a strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in large-scale or hyperscale data centers
• Fiber testing and troubleshooting experience
• OTDR testing experience
• Fluke testing experience
• Lead technician experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Schedule
Initial Project Phase

• Night Shift: 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM
• 12-hour shifts
• 6-7 days per week
• Weekend availability required

Future Project Phases

• Day and night shift opportunities may become available
• Significant overtime available
• Opportunity to work 72-84 hours per week

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong work ethic
• Reliability and consistent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Coachability and growth mindset
• Ability to work effectively on a team
• Commitment to quality and safety

Project Details

• 4+ month contract assignment
• Opportunity for extension based on project needs
• Potential for direct hire based on performance
• Immediate openings available
• Large-scale data center deployment project

Work Environment

• Active construction data center environment
• Fast-paced and team-oriented atmosphere
• Safety-focused workplace
• PPE required

Compliance Requirements

• Drug screening required
• Random onsite drug testing
• check required
• OSHA 10 Certification required
• Scissor Lift Certification required

Benefits

Eligible employees may have access to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Transportation Benefits
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)

Apply Today

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable data center experience, earn substantial overtime, and contribute to one of the largest infrastructure projects in the region.
Location: Red Oak, TX
Job Type: Contract (4+ Months)
Pay Range: $20-$32/hour + Overtime Available
Start Date: October 2026
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 - $32.00/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 25, 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.


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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.