TEKsystems

Data Center Critical Environment/Escort Technician (Entry Level)

TEKsystems  •  $26 - $29/hr  •  Castroville, CA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Critical Environment Escort / Data Center Operations Support (Entry-Level)

Position Overview

We are seeking an Entry-Level Critical Environment Escort to support daily operations within a large-scale data center. This role is responsible for escorting vendors, contractors, and visitors throughout secure areas while ensuring all safety, security, and operational procedures are followed.

This is an excellent entry point into the data center industry and offers exposure to critical infrastructure, facilities operations, electrical and mechanical systems, and data center environments.

Responsibilities

  • Escort vendors, contractors, and approved visitors throughout the data center campus.
  • Ensure compliance with all site safety, security, and access-control procedures.
  • Monitor contractor activities and verify work is performed within approved areas.
  • Maintain accurate logs of visitor access and escort activities.
  • Conduct routine walkthroughs of data halls, equipment rooms, and support spaces.
  • Report safety concerns, security incidents, or operational issues to site leadership.
  • Assist with badge audits, access requests, and facility documentation.
  • Support inventory tracking and basic administrative tasks as needed.
  • Coordinate with security, facilities, and operations teams to ensure work is completed safely.
  • Follow all established change-management, safety, and escalation procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous security, facilities, warehouse, military, construction, or customer-service experience.
  • Interest in Data Centers, Critical Facilities, or Information Technology.
  • Experience working in a professional or industrial environment.
  • Familiarity with safety practices and workplace compliance procedures.

Physical Requirements

  • Walk data center campuses and construction areas throughout the shift.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 pounds when needed.
  • Ability to climb stairs and navigate secure facility environments.
  • Comfortable working around active construction, electrical, and mechanical infrastructure.

What You'll Gain

  • Exposure to hyperscale data center operations.
  • Experience working alongside electrical, mechanical, networking, and facilities teams.
  • Understanding of critical infrastructure and mission-critical environments.
  • Opportunity to grow into Data Center Technician, Facilities Technician, Critical Environment Technician, or Operations roles.

Ideal Candidate

  • Dependable and punctual.
  • Safety-focused mindset.
  • Strong communicator who can interact professionally with vendors and customers.
  • Interested in building a career within data centers or critical facilities.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly secure environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Castroville, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Castroville,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

TEKsystems

About TEKsystems

We’re TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers, so they can capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities.

TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Hanover, MD
Year Founded
1983
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