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 Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of fire protection design for data centers and industrial facilities. Lead multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring reliability and safety while mentoring junior eng...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Elevate fire protection design for mission-critical facilities, focusing on data centers. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring reliability and compliance while mento...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative fire protection solutions for data centers and mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure reliability and compliance acro...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading fire protection design for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for data centers and industrial projects...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading fire protection design for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for data centers and industrial projects...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Join a team that's shaping fire protection solutions for data centers and industrial projects. Lead multi-disciplinary efforts, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior engineers and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Drive innovative fire protection solutions for data centers and industrial projects. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable designs, ensuring compliance with codes and standards while mento...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Join a team that's leading fire protection design for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for data centers and industrial projects, e...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Manage fire protection design for data centers and mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable solutions, lead projects from proposal to construction, an...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Pioneer innovative fire protection solutions for data centers and industrial projects. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver reliable designs, ensuring safety and compliance in mission-critical env...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading fire protection design for data centers and mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring reliability and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer-Data Center
$101K - $175K *
Reimagine fire protection engineering for data centers and industrial projects. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative design solutions, ensuring reliability and compliance across mission...
3 weeks ago
$132K - $161K *
Transform your career by managing complex network systems and security protocols. Leverage your expertise to enhance infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and ensure reliable operations in a dynamic en...
3 weeks ago
Data Center Security Operations Manager
$97K - $188K *
Empower a global security team by managing physical security operations at datacenters. Collaborate with vendors, analyze risks, and develop strategies to ensure safety and security for personnel and...
Reposted today
Network and Data Center Manager
$150K - $175K *
Lead the charge in managing and optimizing our network and data center infrastructure. Oversee technical teams, ensure reliability and security, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance performance...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Tech Program Manager, Data Center Learning
$148K - $201K *
Lead the charge in transforming the GDCO 7S Continuous Improvement program into a scalable, self-sustaining model, ensuring alignment across global data center teams while driving operational excellen...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of IT by integrating systems across multiple sites, enhancing security, and modernizing infrastructure in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with a hands-on VP of IT to...
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$90K - $110K *
Take ownership of back-end systems and networks for a growing manufacturing platform. Collaborate with a hands-on VP of IT to integrate new sites, modernize technology, and ensure cybersecurity compli...
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Data Center & Infrastructure Solution Leader
$130K - $160K *
Transform data center solutions strategy and drive growth across global initiatives, enhancing partnerships and revenue. Engage with executive clients and elevate pre-sales efforts to set the stage fo...
Reposted 1 month ago
Tech Ops Engineer II - AMZ10322415
$118K - $183K *
Lead construction project management for data center initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with contractors and teams to enhance infrastructure resilience and driv...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $125K *
Optimize system reliability by monitoring critical applications, troubleshooting incidents, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure seamless operations. Join a mission-driven team dedicated t...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate your career by managing and securing a complex network infrastructure. This role involves planning upgrades, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring reliable operations across a d...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by overseeing container integration and automation, supporting Agile development teams, and ensuring system security and compliance. Drive operational excellence through effective mai...
1 week ago
$59K - $106K *
Lead the charge in supporting the Army's global network operations, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with technical teams to manage network migrations and resolve complex issues...
1 week ago
MEP Superintendent - Data Centers/Mission Critical
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of construction by overseeing MEP field operations. Lead a skilled workforce, manage project schedules, and ensure quality and safety standards are met for succes...
3 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.