Explore Data Center Technician Jobs

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.

What Does a Data Center Technician Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Compensation

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.

Find Data Center Technician Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$57K - $118K *

Lead the charge in transforming military technical skills into a rewarding career in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Join a supportive team where your experience will be valued and developed through stru...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $195K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading engineering and data center initiatives. Drive strategic growth, enhance customer relationships, and ensure compliance while managing a high-performing team t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and enhancing data center delivery standards, ensuring quality and efficiency across complex projects. Collaborate with teams to improve technical methods and support scala...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $285K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in optimizing hardware operations. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance performance, and ensure seamless installations while fostering collaboration acr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $187K *

Drive operational excellence by managing data center performance, enhancing facility health, and leading cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and incident resolutions, ensuring opt...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Center Technician, ensuring operational integrity and compliance of critical systems. Drive efficiency and minimize costs while maintaining high standards of service and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-critical data center operations. As a Site Engineer II, you'll ensure optimal performance of electrical and mechanical systems, contributing to 24/7...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project execution, manage client relationships, and drive team performance. Utilize your expertise to oversee project deliverables, ensuring quality and efficiency while fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$79K - $89K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability of critical data center systems. Collaborate with teams to maintain electrical, mechanical, and safety systems while driving operational excellence and men...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $125K *

Shape the future of data center infrastructure by overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of cutting-edge facilities. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize performance and ensure com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $114K *

Lead the charge in maintaining critical data center systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver superior service and support for electrical and mecha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $114K *

Optimize critical data center operations by maintaining and repairing essential systems. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure 100% uptime and superior service delivery, while managing multiple pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $88K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability of critical data center systems. Collaborate with teams to operate, monitor, and maintain electrical, mechanical, and safety systems, while supporting cont...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $98K *

Champion the efficiency of data center operations by managing maintenance tasks, coordinating preventive measures, and ensuring compliance through effective use of CMMS systems. Collaborate with teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$82K - $93K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Data Center cabling infrastructure through installation, decommissioning, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality standards and effectiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead a skilled team in managing critical data center operations, ensuring optimal performance of infrastructure systems. Your expertise will safeguard client assets while driving operational excellenc...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead a skilled engineering team in managing critical data center operations. Ensure optimal performance of infrastructure systems while implementing preventative maintenance and fostering a culture of...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$101K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the full project lifecycle in data center construction, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while exceeding client expectations and fostering strong...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$153K - $229K *

Champion regional data center deployments by leading teams to ensure successful customer implementations and operational excellence, while driving strategic initiatives and fostering high-performing c...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $229K *

Join a team that's driving regional data center deployments, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead diverse teams, manage budgets, and influence business outcomes through stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $229K *

Lead the charge in regional data center deployments, ensuring customer-centric execution and operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives, manage teams, and enhance performance through effectiv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal data center operations, managing infrastructure setup, troubleshooting, and documentation while maintaining high standards for deployment and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $217K *

Lead the charge in securing strategic locations for data centers, managing vendor relationships, and negotiating agreements. Your expertise will drive cost-effective solutions and support Google's gro...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $217K *

Unlock potential by leading negotiations and partnerships for data center sites, ensuring compliance and cost-effective solutions that drive Google's infrastructure growth and innovation...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $186K *

Lead the charge in innovative controls solutions within data centers, managing BMS and EPMS systems to optimize performance. Collaborate with experts to enhance operations and drive project success wh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a data center technician do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional data center technician and related infrastructure openings. Check individual job listings for salary, experience, location, and schedule requirements.