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.
$108K - $130K *
Empower enterprise infrastructures by designing automated workflows for secure, scalable network management. Utilize advanced scripting and automation to optimize systems while leveraging your experti...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize your career by managing and enhancing technology infrastructure. Lead server architecture, ensure performance and security, and implement innovative strategies to maintain critical environmen...
4 weeks ago
$70K - $115K *
Empower secure software development by implementing CI/CD pipelines and container security. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with RMF and enhance security practices in a dynamic, mission...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager, Desktop Support & Student Technology Centers
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technology services for our university community. Oversee Desktop Support and Student Technology Centers, ensuring exceptional service and operational excelle...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Technician
$72K - $102K *
Engage in the operation and maintenance of industrial water systems, ensuring compliance and performance. Conduct sampling and analysis to uphold water quality standards, contributing to sustainable p...
1 week ago
Facilities Tech Support - FENS West
$86K - $138K *
Shape the future of aviation by ensuring optimal performance of critical infrastructure. Collaborate with top engineers to maintain and enhance facilities, focusing on telecommunications systems and p...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Tech Support - FENS West
$86K - $138K *
Play a key role in maintaining critical infrastructure for air traffic management, ensuring optimal performance of facilities and telecommunications systems while overseeing vendor operations and powe...
2 weeks ago
Facilities Tech Support - FENS West
$86K - $138K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining critical infrastructure for air traffic management. You'll oversee facilities, manage installations, and ensure optimal performance of telecom systems, cont...
2 weeks ago
Technology Engineer I - Structured Cabling
$78K - $98K *
Support the planning and execution of low-voltage systems, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Collaborate with project teams to document processes and assist in troubleshooting, contributi...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $170K *
Oversee HVAC equipment maintenance and repair, focusing on complex systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective operations, ensuring high standards of safety and documentation throughout the pr...
Reposted 1 week ago
$104K - $145K *
Empower our team as a Systems Engineer, providing advanced technical support and proactive infrastructure management across diverse environments. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Engage in the design and evaluation of advanced low voltage technology systems, ensuring effective integration of communication and medical technology infrastructures while preparing essential constru...
1 month ago
$73K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing customer deployment activities, ensuring seamless implementation of data center services. Leverage your technical expertise and project coordination skills to...
Yesterday
$86K - $198K *
Empower innovation as a Cloud Computing Architect, collaborating with teams to enhance platform integration, streamline migrations, and solve complex challenges in a dynamic environment. Your expertis...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, enhancing Linux infrastructure and driving cloud integration, container orchestration, and AI automation for high-performance trading systems...
Today
Building Controls Technician II/III
$130K - $160K *
Grow your expertise by independently executing PLC/Ignition projects in data centers. Ensure timely commissioning and troubleshooting while establishing a strong local presence to enhance service capa...
2 weeks ago
Data Center Owner's Representative Construction Manager
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading complex Data Center construction projects. Oversee budgets, schedules, and vendor compliance while ensuring quality and timely delivery across multiple sophisticated ini...
2 weeks ago
Data Centre Remote Field Service Engineer (L2)
$66K - $101K *
Empower your career by providing remote technical support, resolving incidents, and ensuring service delivery excellence. Collaborate with clients and teams to maintain high service levels and drive c...
3 weeks ago
Data Center Construction - Mid - Senior Commissioning Project Manager
$110K - $160K *
Join us to lead complex mission-critical projects, drive operational excellence, and influence outcomes across large-scale data center developments while mentoring teams and ensuring quality delivery...
2 weeks ago
$165K - $295K *
Unlock the potential of secure network systems by providing expert administration and support for classified environments, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while mentoring junior team membe...
1 week ago
$107K - $179K *
Join a dynamic team to support classified networks, ensuring optimal performance and security. Engage directly with clients, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a secure Windows environment while managi...
1 week ago
$63K - $102K *
Bring your expertise to support advanced technology development in an electron microscopy lab. Engage in sample preparation, analysis, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality materials characteriza...
2 days ago
$80K *
Optimize automation and controls systems by maintaining, troubleshooting, and mentoring within a dynamic team. Drive reliability and uptime through expert knowledge in PLCs and robotics while ensuring...
Yesterday
$125K - $192K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your engineering expertise to oversee technical requirements and enhance production processes in aircraft maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and effic...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in designing and managing telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation of PBXs, call management systems, and video conferencing. Collaborate on policies, training, an...
5 days 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.