Data Center Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are Peak Systems a technology staffing and managed services consulting firm connecting technical consultants with various industry opportunities. Technicians who join us may receive new certifications for working with our clients; we issue payments weekly, offer direct deposit, and have many nationwide opportunities.

We are currently seeking a full time contract resource working in a Data Center.

Position: Data Center Engineer

Location: Austin, TX

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 09:00–6:00

Start Date: As soon as possible

Employment Type: Contract / Full‐Time (depending on engagement)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands‐on Data Center Engineer / Technician to support daily operations within a high‐performance data center environment. This role involves a mix of hardware support, cabling, troubleshooting, and general data‐center maintenance. Candidates must be reliable, detail‐oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‐paced technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot fiber and copper connectivity, including MPO and LC cabling
• Perform rack and stack of servers and network equipment
• Execute copper and fiber patching following strict labeling and routing standards
• Replace hardware components such as DIMMs, hard drives, NICs, and other field‐replaceable units
• Support shipping and receiving, including moving equipment, unboxing, and proper disposal of packaging
• Maintain clean, organized racks and cabling for optimal airflow and serviceability
• Follow established procedures (SOPs/MOPs) and document all work in ticketing systems
• Collaborate with remote engineering teams for escalations and task coordination

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience working in a high‐density GPU data center
• Familiarity with enterprise server hardware (Dell, HP, Supermicro, etc.)
• Understanding of fiber types, polarity, and best practices for handling MPO/MTP assemblies
• Experience in environments requiring precision, uptime awareness, and strict operational discipline

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs over an 8 hour period and work in data‐center physical environments
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to process
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Previous data center experience
• Previous experience working in technology at major financial institution

Hourly Pay Rate: $55

Please reply to this ad with your resume in Word or PDF format for consideration.

For over 30 years, we’ve helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're seeking short-term flexibility or long-term growth, we’re committed to keeping our team members employed, advancing, and achieving success.

Company Description

For over 30 years, we’ve helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're seeking short-term flexibility or long-term growth, we’re committed to keeping our team members employed, advancing, and achieving success.