Data Center Technician - Afton, TX

Base pay range

$80,000.00 / yr – $85,000.00 / yr

Datacenter Hardware Technician – Afton, TX (100% onsite). Monday‑Friday (8 am–5 pm). Salary 80–85 K.

We are seeking a Datacenter Hardware Technician to support and maintain Dell server infrastructure in a high‑demand, fast‑paced environment onsite in Afton, TX. This role involves hands‑on hardware troubleshooting, repairs, and installations (rack and stack), with a focus on maintaining uptime and efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, physically capable, and comfortable working onsite within a team‑based datacenter setting.

• Hardware Maintenance & Repair:
  Perform break/fix services on Dell servers, including replacement of components such as GPUs, NICs, memory, and other hardware.
• Ticket Management:
  Track, prioritise and resolve hardware‑related service tickets in a timely and efficient manner.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics:
  Identify and resolve hardware issues using knowledge of server architecture and components.
• Customer Service & Communication:
  Maintain clear, professional communication with team members and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Physical Datacenter Work:
  Lift up to 65 lbs, climb ladders and carry out tasks in a physically demanding datacenter environment.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with fellow technicians and other departments to meet deployment and maintenance goals.
• Quality & Precision:
  Ensure all tasks and repairs are performed to a high standard of accuracy and reliability.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• This position requires 100% onsite presence in Afton, TX.
• Shift is expected to be first shift, but may rotate frequently. Must be able to work varying shift times.
• Role involves physical labor in a dynamic datacenter environment.

• Dell Server Expertise:
  Proven experience racking, stacking and servicing Dell servers in a datacenter setting.
• Break/Fix Proficiency:
  Hands‑on experience diagnosing hardware issues and performing part replacements.
• Troubleshooting
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong problem‑solving abilities and technical insight into server operations.
• Customer Focus:
  Excellent communication skills with a professional, customer‑first approach.
• Physical Capability:
  Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 65 lbs) and work on ladders as needed.
• Detail‑Oriented:
  Committed to delivering high‑quality work with strong attention to detail.

• Experience with Nvidia GPUs/NICs.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret Linux logs for diagnostics.

• Familiarity with the Linux command line (CLI).
• Exposure to RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) networking.

Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time salaried employees includes PPO medical coverage with an HSA option, vision and dental insurance, TRICARE supplemental coverage, life, short‑ and long‑term disability, critical illness coverage, a matching 401(k) plan, pet insurance discount, Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO and holidays, and an Education Assistance Program after 12 months of employment.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

EOE, including disability/veterans.