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 Customer Quality Sr Engineer
$96K - $192K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional quality solutions for Data Center customers. Drive rapid problem-solving initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excelle...
3 weeks ago
Night Shift Data Center Facility Operations Manager
$129K - $193K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing critical data center operations. Manage teams, ensure safety and performance, and drive improvement projects while maintaining high-quality standards an...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Tenant Fitout - Data Centers
$175K - $225K *
Drive your career forward as a Senior Project Manager overseeing data center construction. Lead all project phases, from planning to turnover, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...
4 weeks ago
Data Center Operations Operations Specialist Principal - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$140K - $190K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role in data center operations, managing critical systems and troubleshooting technical issues. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance enterprise IT solutions and...
1 week ago
Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects, Thermal & AC Power
$110K - $130K *
Manage large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring adherence to specifications, safety standards, and budgets. Lead on-site teams, coordinate with vendors, and mitigate risks to deliver pr...
3 weeks ago
Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects, Thermal & AC Power
$110K - $130K *
Advance large-scale data center projects by managing construction processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards, budgets, and timelines while fostering strong vendor relationships and mitigatin...
3 weeks ago
Associate Physical Security Engineer, Data Center Design Engineering
$96K - $160K *
Shape the future of data center security by leading innovative designs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AWS's security standards and practices across the Americas region...
2 weeks ago
Technical Operations Manager, Third-Party Data Centers
$164K - $237K *
Innovate your career with a role focused on operational excellence and risk management in facility operations. Leverage your extensive technical expertise to oversee maintenance and ensure compliance...
1 week ago
Systems Engineer III Cloud - Data Center
$95K - $115K *
Execute complex cloud and data center implementations, ensuring technical ownership from kickoff to successful customer handoff. Collaborate with teams to assess readiness, manage risks, and deliver a...
1 week ago
Systems Engineer III Cloud - Data Center
$110K - $130K *
Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...
1 week ago
Data Center Construction Field Oversight Leader
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing data center construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence. Spend 80% of your time on-site, assessing performance and mitigating risks while prov...
2 days ago
5165 - Data Center IT Infrastructure Technician
$68K - $97K *
Transform client experiences by providing expert support in data center operations. Handle hardware troubleshooting, manage equipment installations, and ensure smooth infrastructure functionality with...
Reposted 1 week ago
Datacenter Development Analyst
$80K - $95K *
Explore and advance data center opportunities by qualifying, analyzing, and coordinating projects to support global infrastructure expansion. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure efficient manageme...
2 days ago
DC Asset Doc Tech Coordinator, Field Engineering
$95K - $160K *
Manage the lifecycle of data center assets, ensuring accuracy in documentation and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data management and enhance operational efficiency thr...
2 weeks ago
Data Centre - Commissioning Engineer (Mission Critical)
$170K - $190K *
Optimize your career by leading commissioning for mission-critical projects. Drive success through effective planning, oversight, and collaboration with diverse teams to ensure systems perform to desi...
1 week ago
Data Center Security Installation Project Manager (Project Leader 1)
$110K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering cutting-edge electronic security solutions. As a key player, you'll manage large-scale data center projects, ensuring timely completion and financial oversig...
1 week ago
Inside Sales Engineer - Level II (Data Center)
$85K - $110K *
Join a team that empowers HVAC project success by bridging internal clients and manufacturers, ensuring smooth communication and efficient management of bids, orders, and service requests throughout p...
Reposted 1 week ago
Facility Operations Center Global Technical Specialist, ADC FOC
$111K - $186K *
Champion operational excellence by overseeing training, program delivery, and event management for data center infrastructure. Drive improvements and ensure global continuity across multiple ADC Facil...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Data Centers
$110K - $130K *
Lead and execute large-scale mission-critical projects, ensuring safety, budget, and quality standards are met. Drive collaboration across disciplines, managing complex procurement strategies and stak...
Reposted 1 month ago
Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects + Thermal + AC Power
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by managing large-scale data center construction projects. Lead on-site operations, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and drive project success through effective...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects + Thermal + AC Power
$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading large-scale data center construction projects. Oversee all phases from site prep to commissioning, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budgets while managing di...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Construction Manager - Large Data Center Projects + Thermal + AC Power
$110K - $130K *
Engage in overseeing large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety standards, and budgets. Lead teams, manage schedules, and mitigate risks while foste...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive operational excellence by managing data center facilities, ensuring peak performance of critical systems, and leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional service and safety standards...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead a high-performing team to ensure optimal operation of critical data center systems. Oversee maintenance, safety, and compliance while driving operational excellence and collaboration across multi...
1 month ago
Sr. Mechanical Engineer | Data Center
$120K - $160K *
Explore innovative solutions as a Mission Critical Mechanical Engineering SME, providing expert guidance to teams and clients in the data center sector. Drive project success through collaboration, me...
2 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.