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.
Senior Manager, Data Center Operations
$126K - $264K *
Join a team that's optimizing Data Center Operations across multiple sites. Lead teams in performance management, crisis resolution, and expansion projects while ensuring adherence to world-class stan...
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Data Center Operations Manager
$78K - $137K *
Lead and inspire a diverse team to enhance global data center operations. Drive innovation in management and technical solutions while ensuring optimal performance, KPIs, and service levels across all...
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Data Center Operations Manager
$107K - $188K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence in global data center management. Lead high-performing technical teams, optimize processes, and implement innovative solutions to meet the demands of...
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Data Center Operations Manager
$90K - $158K *
Drive operational excellence by managing a diverse team in cloud infrastructure, ensuring efficient data center operations, mentoring staff, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance performanc...
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Project Manager - Data Center Construction
$113K - $198K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering project excellence while managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Lead and mentor a diverse team, ensuring quality and safety throughout comple...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to ensure environmental compliance across data center campuses. This role involves conducting inspections, managing documentation, and supporting audits to maintain a robust compliance...
3 weeks ago
Controls Engineer, Data Center, Colocation Regional Engineering - AMER
$116K - $160K *
Shape the future of data center operations by providing full life-cycle engineering support, ensuring design integrity, and enhancing system efficiency through collaboration with diverse teams and sta...
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Energy Supervisor (Data Center)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing energy operations within mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety in energized systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect uptime and...
2 weeks ago
Global Supply Chain Manager - Data Center Power and Cooling
$130K - $155K *
Innovate supply chain operations for data center infrastructure, ensuring timely availability of critical equipment. Lead risk management, optimize supplier performance, and collaborate across teams t...
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$100K - $110K *
Transform HVAC systems by applying technical expertise to troubleshoot, repair, and optimize electronic components and controls, ensuring efficient operation and compliance with energy management stan...
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Account Manager - Data Centres
$130K - $160K *
Grow your career by expanding our customer base and enhancing client relationships. Drive sales of telecommunications solutions while ensuring exceptional service and support for both new and existing...
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Data Center Owner Representative/Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Oversee all phases of Data Center construction projects, ensuring compliance with agreements, managing budgets, and schedules while leading vendor coordination and project documentation for successful...
4 weeks ago
Senior Field Engineer, Data Center Design and Engineering
$320K - $405K *
Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...
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Senior Field Engineer, Data Center Design and Engineering
$320K - $405K *
Empower our engineering team by resolving on-site technical issues, ensuring project success through collaboration with contractors and engineers, and driving improvements in design and processes acro...
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Chief of Staff, Data Center Facilities (Nashville, TN)
$169K - $355K *
Unlock operational excellence by driving strategic initiatives and enhancing decision-making across global data center operations, ensuring reliability and growth in a fast-paced environment...
1 week ago
Server Technician (Journeyman)
$66K - $135K *
Lead the charge in configuring and deploying IT equipment for global operations, ensuring compliance with security standards and logistical coordination for timely delivery and installation in challen...
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Cloud Server Operation Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Manage server installations and maintenance, troubleshoot network issues, and ensure data integrity. Collaborate with teams to optimize data center operations and support business needs through effect...
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$70K - $100K *
Optimize IT operations by managing endpoint support and user experience. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, streamline processes, and ensure seamless technology access for users across...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by managing IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, and leading application deployments. Collaborate with teams to design secure, scalable environments while main...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project execution by overseeing trade contractors on multi-million dollar sites. Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery while fostering collaboration among teams and maintaining project...
1 week ago
Data Center Commissioning Lead
$108K - $130K *
Drive mission-critical commissioning activities for data center projects, ensuring compliance with Owner's Project Requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reliable infrastructure throug...
1 week ago
Director, Data Center Cooling Strategy & Partnerships
$166K - $249K *
Pioneer innovative cooling strategies for AI infrastructure. Lead partnerships, define market opportunities, and drive product strategies in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Collaborate across teams...
2 weeks ago
Director, Data Center Cooling Strategy & Partnerships
$166K - $249K *
Drive strategic partnerships and business opportunities in AI infrastructure cooling. Shape market strategies, engage with industry leaders, and lead cross-functional teams to enhance data center perf...
2 weeks ago
L3 Data Center Tech - Manager | Onsite in Santa Clara - CA | 6+ Months
$110K - $130K *
Transform data center operations by leading technical teams, managing projects, and ensuring adherence to standards. Drive collaboration between technicians and stakeholders to enhance service deliver...
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$69K - $158K *
Transform your career by managing and enhancing cloud environments, ensuring rapid problem resolution and continuous improvement while guiding junior team members in a dynamic, independent role...
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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.