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.

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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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$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of complex projects by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while liaising with key stakeholders for successful si...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Champion dynamic construction projects and lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery of innovative data center solutions while fostering strong stakeholder relationships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, coordinating stakeholders, ensuring budget adherence, and driving project execution to meet quality standards in a dynamic environment, while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project management across multiple sites, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to lead design and construction efforts, driving efficiency and s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$65K - $107K *

Join a dedicated team to enhance national security through advanced network support. You will analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize complex LAN/WAN systems within a sensitive Data Center, ensuring criti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Drive infrastructure excellence by managing facilities and telecom systems, ensuring optimal performance and security for critical air traffic management operations. Collaborate with experts to mainta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Champion your career by ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure. In this role, you'll manage facilities, oversee vendor operations, and maintain telecom systems, contributing to national a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join our Telecom team to ensure the seamless operation of critical infrastructure. You'll manage facilities, oversee vendor activities, and maintain telecommunications systems, contributing to the saf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading the commissioning and validation of advanced automation systems in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to a dynamic IT environment by managing endpoint systems, enhancing collaboration tools, and providing technical support. Own the administration of macOS and Windows devices while improving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive commissioning excellence by managing projects, ensuring they meet safety, quality, and schedule objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing resources effectively to s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead diverse construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver results. Elevate your career driving excellence in data center development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $175K *

Engage in strategic sourcing and category management for critical datacenter equipment. Lead a team, develop multi-year strategies, and negotiate high-value agreements while ensuring supply chain resi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$145K - $175K *

Drive strategic sourcing and category management for critical datacenter equipment. Lead a team, negotiate high-value agreements, and ensure supply chain resilience while collaborating with cross-func...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing for critical datacenter equipment, managing a team while developing multi-year category strategies. Drive negotiations, secure supply, and mitigate risks in a fas...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead and optimize a team of category managers in sourcing critical datacenter equipment. Drive multi-year strategies, negotiate high-value agreements, and ensure supply chain resilience while collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$102K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team as you partner with project managers to oversee complex projects from bid to completion. Lead and mentor team members while ensuring financial management and effective subcontracto...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $137K *

Advance your career by partnering with project managers to drive project success, mentor team members, and ensure timely completion while managing budgets and subcontractors in a dynamic construction...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$61K - $141K *

Elevate IT infrastructure by designing and managing VMware environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to translate customer needs into effective engineering soluti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $141K *

Transform IT infrastructure by leveraging VMware expertise to design, manage, and secure virtual environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver customer-focused solutions that enhance performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $141K *

Optimize IT infrastructure by designing and managing VMware environments, ensuring security and performance. Collaborate with teams to translate customer needs into effective engineering solutions, en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $141K *

Innovate your career by leveraging your VMware expertise to enhance IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to design secure systems, ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction while dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $141K *

Transform IT infrastructure by leveraging your VMware expertise to design, manage, and secure systems that meet customer needs. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and drive impactful engine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance IT infrastructure through VMware expertise, ensuring optimal performance and security. Your role will involve designing virtual machines and translating customer needs i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $149K *

Unlock potential by providing expert field leadership and oversight for the shell and core construction of a large-scale data center, ensuring safe, timely, and quality execution throughout all projec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.