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.
Data Center Mechanical Construction Program Manager- Technical MEP projects (Remote)
$150K - $175K *
Champion the design and execution of mechanical system upgrades in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project alignment, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement in mission...
2 days ago
Data Center Regional Chief Engineer, PHX
$139K - $208K *
Elevate your career by ensuring peak efficiency of MEP systems in data centers. Lead projects, collaborate across teams, and drive innovation while maintaining safety and operational excellence in a d...
2 weeks ago
Principal Data Center Infrastructure / Low Voltage & Cabling SME
$102K - $209K *
Advance critical low-voltage infrastructure and controls integration by leading teams, ensuring installation quality, and driving operational readiness across multiple sites. Collaborate with vendors...
Reposted 2 days ago
Critical Operations Engineer II (Day) (VA1)
$97K - $110K *
Optimize operations at critical data centers by maintaining and troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and safety systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, provide mentorship, and drive...
5 days ago
Field Operational Technology Technician
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting industrial clients through field-based Operational Technology solutions, ensuring reliability and safety across various sectors including oil and gas, u...
2 weeks ago
Electronics Technician II (Depot)
$82K - $104K *
Pioneer the maintenance and repair of advanced shipboard electronics systems, utilizing technical expertise to troubleshoot and enhance operational efficiency while collaborating with a skilled team u...
2 days ago
Data Center Cooling Engineer - Technical Service
$97K - $152K *
Drive the deployment of innovative liquid cooling solutions for data centers. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support technical applications, provide customer training, and contribute to industry s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of IT operations by spearheading infrastructure stability and service continuity. Lead diverse teams, manage escalations, and implement best practices to drive operational excellence...
Reposted 1 week ago
Data Center Construction Project Manager (RCDD)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing utility construction projects, ensuring timely completion within budget and safety standards. Foster teamwork, client engagement, and continuous improvement while overseein...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by overseeing equipment lifecycle verification, ensuring compliance with specifications, and driving accountability across teams to deliver high-reliability const...
1 month ago
Senior Installation Technician
$80K - $95K *
Join us to lead the installation and integration of complex AV systems, providing technical guidance to junior technicians while ensuring project milestones and safety standards are met. Your expertis...
1 week ago
Senior Installation Technician
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading the installation and integration of advanced AV systems. Collaborate with a skilled team, provide technical guidance, and ensure project success while maintaining safety...
1 week ago
Site Leader - Datacenter construction, HVAC & AC Power
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional jobsite leadership for large-scale projects, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction while managing a diverse team and driving project success...
1 week ago
Data Center Power Generation and Microgrids Engineer
$320K - $405K *
Innovate the future of data center power generation and microgrids. Own the architecture for on-site generation and storage systems, ensuring reliable energy solutions that meet demanding load profile...
5 days ago
Data Center Power Generation and Microgrids Engineer
$320K - $405K *
Lead the design and implementation of advanced power generation and microgrid systems for cutting-edge data centers, ensuring reliable energy supply and compliance with industry standards while collab...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive the management of a Linux and Windows cloud environment, enhancing performance and security. Collaborate with a team to deliver project goals while providing effective communication across all s...
1 week ago
Data Center -Project Manager IV
$110K - $130K *
Optimize data center projects from inception to closeout, ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage technical installations, and uphold safety standards while dr...
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Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Elevate your career by leading large-scale data center projects. Drive operational excellence, manage client relationships, and ensure project success across multiple locations while maintaining safet...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Empower operational excellence by leading large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution, manage client relationships, and uphold safety standards while meetin...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Drive operational excellence by leading large-scale data center projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with financial and scheduling targets across multiple locations...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence in large-scale data center projects. Lead cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project success through strategic planning a...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Drive operational excellence as you lead large-scale data center projects, managing client relationships and ensuring financial and scheduling targets are met across multiple locations. Collaborate wi...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Oversee and execute large-scale data center civil infrastructure projects, ensuring operational excellence and strong client relationships while managing financial and scheduling targets across multip...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Oversee and drive large-scale data center civil infrastructure projects, ensuring operational excellence and strong client relationships while managing financial and scheduling targets across multiple...
3 weeks ago
Area Operations Manager, Data Centers
$230K - $270K *
Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, maintain client relationships, and uphold safety standards whi...
3 weeks 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.