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Dallas - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Job Description

Role:Lead Data Center Engineer
Location:Dallas TX (onsite)
Experience:5 years


Job Summary:
The Lead Data Center Engineer is responsible for overseeing and executing data center operations including rack and stack cabling labeling equipment installation and maintenance. This role involves planning scheduling and assigning work to the team while ensuring efficient and organized deployment of hardware infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Rack and Stack: Lead the installation configuration and decommissioning of servers network devices and storage systems.
  • Cabling & Labeling: Manage structured cabling ensuring proper routing termination and labeling for easy identification and troubleshooting.
  • Work Scheduling & Planning: Develop work schedules assign tasks and track progress to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Team Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to data center technicians ensuring adherence to best practices and operational standards.
  • Equipment Deployment: Coordinate the setup and maintenance of power and cooling requirements for data center infrastructure.
  • Inventory & Asset Management: Maintain accurate records of equipment track inventory levels and coordinate procurement when necessary.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all cabling labeling and hardware installations comply with industry standards and company policies.
  • Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve hardware network and connectivity issues promptly.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with network engineers system administrators and vendors to support infrastructure requirements.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for operational improvements and implement best practices for efficiency and scalability.
Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Experience: 5 years of experience in data center operations with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in rack and stack procedures structured cabling and network infrastructure setup.
    • Knowledge of power and cooling requirements in a data center environment.
    • Experience with inventory management and asset tracking tools.
    • Familiarity with networking concepts (switches routers firewalls) and basic troubleshooting.
    • Understanding of ITIL frameworks and best practices.
  • Certifications (Preferred):
    • CompTIA Server
    • BICSI Installer Certification
    • Cisco CCNA or equivalent networking certification
    • Data Center Certified Associate (DCCA) or equivalent
  • Soft Skills:
    • Strong leadership organizational and problemsolving skills.
    • Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Detailoriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and install hardware components weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable working in a data center environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends as needed

Annual Salary Range is depending on experience. The compensation range reflects the Companys reasonable expectations at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training and other business needs. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program subject to the rules governing the program

Technologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled for reasonable accommodations please contact us at

Technologent is a Global Provider of EdgetoEdge Information Technology Solutions and Services for Fortune 1000 and SMB companies. We offer a unique blend of business practices that are aligned to solve for top CIO concerns. Our core competencies focus on data center infrastructure business continuity data protection service automation and orchestration continuous intelligence monitoring connectivity collaboration and cybersecurity. These practices are supported by our professional services digital transformation services and financial services offerings. By providing custom solutions and services designed to fit your business needs we enable your organization to be more agile responsive and competitive. Technologent empowers your company to ascend to the next level in IT.

Headquartered in Irvine CA Technologent has offices throughout the US and proudly serves clients around the world. When partnering with Technologent organizations benefit from the highest caliber of professionals committed to delivering exceptional business outcomes backed by unmatched service and support.

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