Smart Hands Data Center Technician / System Administrator

Amtex Systems Inc is an information technology and talent solutions company offering talent and BI consulting to the companies in US for over 25 years.

Our solutions are designed to fill resource gaps, by providing the right candidates who deliver value to the organization. Our propensity to nurture and build strong relationships with our clients helps us better understand their business demands and gives us the ability to provide services that are on time and rise above the rest.

Job Title: Smart Hands Data Center Technician / System Administrator

Job Location: Bowie, TX (Work from Home when not required onsite in Bowie)

Work Model: Hybrid (Onsite / Remote)

Project Duration: 2 Months (With possible extension)

Mode of Interview: 1-Round Interview

Must Have Skills: Smart Hands / Data Center Support, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco/Meraki Hardware Deployment, Structured Cabling

Position Overview

We are seeking a Smart Hands Data Center Technician with Systems Administration experience to support a critical integration project following the acquisition and onboarding of 13 new sites. This resource will provide hands-on technical support for network equipment deployment, hardware installation, cabling, and infrastructure refresh activities in preparation for a December go-live.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Smart Hands support at site locations during network infrastructure rollouts and integration.
• Rack, stack, cable, and install network equipment, including Palo Alto firewalls, switches, routers, and related hardware.
• Assist with the deployment of wireless access points (WAPs) and perform connectivity validation.
• Conduct hardware swaps, verify asset inventories, and decommission legacy equipment as required.
• Collaborate closely with remote network engineering teams during implementation and troubleshooting.
• Verify physical connectivity, power setup, cabling integrity, and port statuses.
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, cabling, and network connectivity issues on-site.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of installation activities and update asset management records.

Qualifications & Required Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in Smart Hands, Data Center operations, or Field Technician roles.
• Networking Hardware: Hands-on experience installing, racking, and supporting network infrastructure equipment (Palo Alto, Cisco, Meraki, Aruba, or equivalent).
• Cabling & Hardware: Proficiency in structured cabling, patch panel management, and hardware installations.
• Technical Execution: Proven ability to execute technical runbooks and interface effectively with remote engineering teams.
• Logistics: Reliable transportation and the flexibility to travel to onsite locations around Bowie, TX as needed.
• Communication: Strong technical documentation and verbal communication skills.
• Background supporting corporate network integrations, mergers, or acquisition projects.
• Core understanding of LAN/WAN networking principles and wireless infrastructure.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or equivalent).