Rack Build Technician (Liquid Cooling)

Responsibilities

• Assemble data center racks according to engineering drawings, rack elevations, build documentation, and customer requirements.
• Install servers, storage systems, network equipment, rPDUs, cable management systems, and related rack infrastructure.
• Mount and secure equipment while adhering to established quality standards and work instructions.
• Install and connect liquid-cooling components including CDUs, manifolds, hoses, tubing assemblies, cold plates, and quick-disconnect fittings.
• Support coolant filling, flushing, air removal, leak testing, and flow verification activities following established procedures.
• Perform rack-level testing and validation activities to verify mechanical, electrical, and operational readiness.
• Support rack startup, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), commissioning, and deployment readiness activities.
• Perform quality inspections throughout the build process and document findings, test results, and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot assembly, cooling, cabling, and hardware installation issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Verify proper routing, labeling, and installation of cabling, liquid-cooling components, and rack hardware.
• Apply asset tags, serial number tracking, and configuration documentation to completed assemblies.
• Receive, inspect, stage, and organize incoming materials, rack components, and cooling system equipment.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and material traceability through cycle counts and documentation updates.
• Absorb and prepare completed rack solutions for shipment.
• Conduct regular physical and visual inspections of equipment and data center facilities.
• Follow all safety procedures including PPE, ESD, LOTO, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Light traveling from site to site.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent required; Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline preferred.
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations: OSHA-10, ESD Certification, or liquid-cooling OEM certifications preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in data center operations, rack integration, manufacturing, hardware deployment, electrical assembly, mechanical assembly, or a related technical environment.
• Experience installing servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and rack infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, rack elevations, schematics, and work instructions.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with liquid-cooling technologies including CDUs, manifolds, cold plates, hoses, and coolant distribution systems preferred.
• Experience supporting AI, HPC, GPU, or high-density computing infrastructure preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to respond promptly to issues, provide updates, and escalate when necessary.
• Fluent in English.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel 0%-25%.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Field Service or Data Center Technician experience preferred.