Data center technicians help keep the infrastructure behind cloud services, enterprise networks, and digital products running reliably. Their work may include installing and maintaining servers, monitoring equipment, troubleshooting hardware, and supporting power and cooling systems. Explore vetted data center technician opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and facility, but often include rack-and-stack deployments, cabling, equipment inspections, hardware repairs, inventory tracking, and incident documentation. Technicians may also monitor environmental conditions and coordinate with network, systems, security, and facilities teams to resolve issues and minimize downtime.
Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with servers, networking equipment, structured cabling, and hardware diagnostics. Familiarity with Linux or Windows environments, ticketing systems, data center safety procedures, and standard operating procedures can be valuable. Clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to follow change-management processes are important in 24/7 environments.
Data center technicians can grow into senior technician, data center operations, infrastructure, network, systems administration, or facilities roles. Compensation depends on experience, location, shift requirements, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so explore current listings to find opportunities that match your background and career goals.
Search Ladders for data center technician openings and related infrastructure roles. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and discover positions where your technical skills can support critical systems at scale.
$57K - $104K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role ensuring operational integrity of data center systems. Collaborate on mechanical, electrical, and fire safety systems to maximize uptime and efficiency while maint...
2 days ago
Electrical Engineer - Data Center
$95K - $115K *
Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality electrical designs for data centers. Utilize your expertise in mission-critical systems, mentor junior engineers, and drive projects from c...
Reposted 6 days ago
Datacenter Construction Supervisor + Thermal + AC Power
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of data center construction by leading large-scale projects. Oversee on-site operations, manage vendors, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering proje...
3 weeks ago
Program Management Team Leader - Data Centers
$123K - $173K *
Transform our program management landscape by leading and mentoring a high-performing team. Drive strategic oversight and continuous improvement across critical projects while directly managing key in...
3 days ago
Program Management Team Leader - Data Centers
$123K - $173K *
Lead the charge in developing a high-performing program management team while overseeing critical projects. Drive strategic improvements and foster a culture of excellence, ensuring effective communic...
3 days ago
Program Management Team Leader - Data Centers
$123K - $173K *
Develop and inspire a high-performing program management team while overseeing critical projects. Balance coaching with direct management to enhance capabilities, drive process improvements, and ensur...
3 days ago
Data Infrastructure and Systems Specialist, NA
$120K - $125K *
Unlock potential by developing scalable data solutions and automating workflows to enhance utility billing accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable data inge...
2 weeks ago
Data Infrastructure and Systems Specialist, NA
$120K - $125K *
Champion data integrity and automation for utility billing operations, ensuring accurate meter data processing and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency...
2 weeks ago
Data Infrastructure and Systems Specialist, NA
$120K - $125K *
Shape data solutions and enhance billing accuracy by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive automation and optimize data pipelines to ensure reliable energy metering and billing processes ac...
2 weeks ago
Data Center Capacity Delivery, Canada
$150K - $180K *
Empower the future of data center delivery by leading project teams to optimize construction schedules, ensuring quality and safety while managing complex stakeholder relationships and driving operati...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Electrical Engineer, Consultant
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by designing innovative electrical systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver high-performan...
2 weeks ago
Data Center Electrical Engineer, Consultant
$95K - $115K *
Transform complex electrical systems design for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, lead projects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry sta...
2 weeks ago
Site Lead, Data Center Operations
$164K - $237K *
Lead the charge in optimizing data center operations while managing technical teams. Drive compliance, enhance efficiency, and mentor future leaders in a mission-critical environment, ensuring adheren...
2 weeks ago
Data Center Controls Engineer, Data Center Capacity Delivery - Controls
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing critical infrastructure by managing and enhancing BMS and EPMS systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to troubleshoot complex controls issues and drive innovative soluti...
1 week ago
Data Center Controls Engineer, Data Center Capacity Delivery - Controls
$111K - $186K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on optimizing building management and electrical systems in data centers. Collaborate with experts to innovate processes and ensure operational...
1 week ago
Data Center Controls Engineer, Data Center Capacity Delivery - Controls
$96K - $166K *
Optimize operations in a dynamic environment by managing BMS and EPMS projects, ensuring seamless integration of critical systems, and driving innovation through effective troubleshooting and stakehol...
1 week ago
Data Center Controls Engineer, Data Center Capacity Delivery - Controls
$111K - $186K *
Transform the data center landscape by managing BMS/EPMS projects, troubleshooting systems, and innovating controls processes. Collaborate with experts to enhance operational efficiency and ensure com...
1 week ago
Data Center Controls Engineer, Data Center Capacity Delivery - Controls
$111K - $186K *
Transform the data center landscape by leading BMS/EPMS projects, troubleshooting systems, and innovating processes. Collaborate with experts to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance in...
1 week ago
Data Center Senior HVAC Mechanic
$90K - $150K *
Champion your career by leveraging advanced HVAC systems in a dynamic, safety-focused environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance operational efficiency and mentor junior technicians while...
Reposted 1 week ago
Data Center Senior HVAC Mechanic
$90K - $150K *
Elevate operational efficiency by performing advanced diagnostics and repairs on commercial HVAC systems. Mentor junior technicians while ensuring peak performance in a safety-first environment focuse...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Senior HVAC Mechanic
$90K - $150K *
Advance your career by working with cutting-edge HVAC systems in a safety-focused environment. Engage in diagnostics, repairs, and mentoring while contributing to long-term growth and operational exce...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Senior HVAC Mechanic
$90K - $150K *
Transform facility operations by leveraging advanced HVAC expertise and smart building controls. Drive performance and safety in a dynamic environment while mentoring junior technicians and enhancing...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Senior HVAC Mechanic
$90K - $150K *
Transform operations by leveraging advanced HVAC systems and diagnostics. Collaborate in a safety-first environment, mentoring junior techs while ensuring optimal performance of commercial machinery a...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Structural Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering
$116K - $160K *
Drive the design of resilient data center facilities, ensuring world-class uptime and efficiency. Collaborate with a creative team to solve complex structural challenges and influence projects globall...
3 weeks ago
$184K - $283K *
Transform thermal design solutions for cutting-edge server and storage products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize designs, ensuring alignment with market trends and cus...
1 week ago
What does a data center technician do?
A data center technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment such as servers, network devices, and cabling. Depending on the role, responsibilities may also include monitoring facility conditions, managing inventory, documenting incidents, and supporting uptime procedures.
What qualifications are common for data center technician jobs?
Employers often seek practical experience with computer hardware, servers, networking equipment, cabling, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of operating systems, ticketing tools, safety practices, and change-management procedures can also be useful. Requirements vary by position.
Can data center technicians earn $100,000 or more?
Some data center and related infrastructure positions offer salaries of $100,000 or more, especially for experienced professionals, specialized roles, or positions in higher-paying markets. Pay varies by employer, location, schedule, and responsibilities; review each listing for compensation details.
What career paths can follow a data center technician role?
Technicians may advance to senior technician or operations roles, or build experience toward careers in network engineering, systems administration, infrastructure, cloud operations, or data center facilities management.
Where can I find data center technician jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for vetted professional data center technician and related infrastructure openings. Check individual job listings for salary, experience, location, and schedule requirements.