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.
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$100K - $120K *
Optimize your career by supporting complex data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership role while enjoying...
3 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$95K - $115K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership position while...
3 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$95K - $115K *
Drive the success of complex data center projects by supporting design managers in coordination, documentation, and delivery. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project management skills, and cont...
3 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$88K - $105K *
Join our team to support complex data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership role while enjoying a flexible...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge infrastructure for large-scale AI deployments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution from concept to construction, maintaining...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape project success by leading construction management efforts, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering collaboration among teams and stakeholders to achi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Mechanical Operations Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing critical mechanical systems in a fast-paced data center environment. Leverage your expertise to ensure operational excellence and support a high-demand infra...
3 weeks ago
Lease Connectivity Engineer, Data Center Infrastructure
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to lead connectivity projects for leased data centers, ensuring compliance with standards and managing cross-functional collaboration from site assessment to operational handoff. D...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Technical Program Management- Data Center Delivery
$175K - $190K *
Lead and mentor a team of Program Managers to drive strategic data center builds, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder alignment while navigating complex infrastructure challenges in a high-gro...
2 weeks ago
UNIX/Windows System Administrator
$140K - $150K *
Lead the charge in maintaining and optimizing computer systems for intelligence operations. Collaborate with users to provide Tier 2/3 support, ensuring reliable performance and security of Unix/Windo...
5 days ago
$128K - $214K *
Lead the deployment and maintenance of hybrid cloud systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to streamline infrastructure and support mission-critical operations in a...
Today
$128K - $214K *
Unlock your potential as you lead the deployment and maintenance of hybrid cloud systems, ensuring operational excellence and security. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure automation and...
Today
Datacenter Site Leader + Thermal + AC Power - Phoenix Az
$110K - $130K *
Oversee large-scale projects by providing exceptional jobsite leadership, ensuring technical excellence, and fostering strong customer relationships. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to drive...
3 weeks ago
Site Lead - Datacenter Construction, Thermal & AC Power - Atlanta
$100K - $120K *
Engage in world-class jobsite leadership for large-scale projects, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to drive project success from star...
3 weeks ago
Project Executive - Data Centers
$125K - $150K *
Champion large-scale construction projects by ensuring timely delivery, client satisfaction, and team development. Leverage over a decade of industry expertise for strategic decisions, operational exc...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's responsible for administering, securing, and supporting complex server and network infrastructures. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable performance, vulnerability remediatio...
Reposted yesterday
Assistant Project Manager | Data Center
$95K - $115K *
Join our team to support project management efforts in construction, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Collaborate on financial projections, scheduling, and contract administration to dri...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize your career by managing secure computing environments, ensuring system availability and performance while collaborating with diverse teams to support mission-critical applications and maintai...
6 days ago
Advanced- Cooling Technical Support Specialist
$86K - $129K *
Unlock potential by providing advanced technical support for mission-critical liquid cooling systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to resolve complex issues and enhance troubleshooting practices in...
Yesterday
Instructional Designer - Data Center Critical Facilities Training
$91K - $187K *
Unlock potential by designing and developing comprehensive training programs that enhance workforce capabilities across multiple data center campuses, ensuring operational readiness and consistency th...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead day-to-day electrical construction activities on major Data Center projects. Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and schedule while supervising contractors and resolving real-time issues for eff...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager, Data Center Infrastructure Delivery
$138K - $197K *
Manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects in data center infrastructure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee schedules, risks, and deliverables while en...
1 week ago
Program Manager - Data Center and Cloud
$162K - $219K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud services and data center management. Lead large-scale operations, ensuring mission success through strategic oversight, compliance, and team leadership a...
1 week ago
Program Manager - Data Center and Cloud
$162K - $219K *
Support the delivery of large-scale Data Center and Cloud Services, overseeing operations, compliance, and team leadership. Drive innovation and strategic alignment with mission objectives while ensur...
1 week ago
Program Manager - Data Center and Cloud
$162K - $219K *
Transform your career by leading global Data Center and Cloud Services operations. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and manage diverse teams to deliver exceptional IT solutions aligned with missio...
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.