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.
Technical Sourcing Manager, DC Power Infrastructure
$145K - $175K *
Unlock your potential by driving innovative power technologies for next-gen data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape supply strategies, influence product direction, and optimize...
1 week ago
Technical Sourcing Manager, DC Power Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by driving innovative power technology strategies for next-gen data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chains and influence product direction, ensu...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Data Center Construction
$140K - $220K *
Oversee complex construction projects in mission-critical industries, ensuring successful execution from preconstruction to turnover. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage schedules, costs, quality...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower the future of application support by enhancing system resilience and efficiency through DevOps practices, automation, and collaboration with Agile teams to ensure reliable technology delivery...
3 weeks ago
$64K - $112K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining cutting-edge data center operations. Collaborate with diverse experts to implement innovative solutions, ensuring safety and efficiency while delivering exc...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize cloud infrastructure and database environments, ensuring security, scalability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain reliable systems that support critical app...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower mission success by managing and securing enterprise networks, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance infrastructure and respond to incidents...
1 month ago
People Consultant, Onsite Data Center
$141K - $205K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR advisor, delivering impactful consultations and solutions across various HR topics to optimize workforce performance and support business growth in a dyna...
3 weeks ago
Cyber Training Instructor - DC3 CTA
$80K - $95K *
Design and deliver engaging cybersecurity training programs, enhancing student skills through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios. Collaborate with experts to update content and ensure effective le...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion your technical expertise by resolving complex escalations, administering Microsoft Azure, and enhancing client IT systems' stability and security. Collaborate on infrastructure projects while...
5 days ago
Data Center Construction- Mid to Senior Project Manager
$120K - $160K *
Empower your career by managing critical construction projects in data centers and hospitals. Lead teams, resolve conflicts, and ensure project success while collaborating with industry experts in a d...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, Automation Systems Delivery, NA
$120K - $145K *
Engage in the delivery of complex automation programs for data centers, overseeing cross-functional execution and ensuring production-ready capabilities through effective governance and risk managemen...
Yesterday
$83K - $94K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing property management operations. As an Assistant Property Manager, you'll support financial reporting, budgeting, and customer relations while ensuring optimal...
6 days ago
$63K - $129K *
Support and enhance IT networks by troubleshooting, maintaining, and integrating systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless operations and provide guidance to junior staff while managing netwo...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Center Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
$83K - $86K *
Drive the future of environmental, health, and safety management by leading EHS initiatives at a growing data center. This hands-on role requires expertise in compliance, program development, and stak...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise VDI environments. You'll manage installations, configurations, and troubleshooting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seaml...
2 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager, Data Center CPU Team
$168K - $322K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of strategy and operations, driving alignment and execution across teams. This role is pivotal in enhancing organizational efficiency and supporting leadership...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize IT operations by managing day-to-day support for macOS and Windows environments, ensuring seamless onboarding/offboarding, and administering SaaS platforms while enhancing user experience and...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion the development of systems from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment with customer needs and operational requirements. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance engineering processes and...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in guiding systems from concept to deployment, ensuring technical and operational requirements are met while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance solutions throughout the entire...
3 weeks ago
Electrical Superintendent - Data Center (Low-Voltage)
$94K - $135K *
Empower project success by leading subcontractors and trade labor, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to schedules and budgets. Supervise teams, manage site operations, and resolve issues to deli...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Product Developer - Modular - Data Center
$79K - $104K *
Advance product development by translating customer needs into innovative designs. Collaborate with senior developers to create technical drawings, conduct material research, and ensure timely project...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Product Developer - Modular - Data Center
$79K - $104K *
Join a team that's redefining data center solutions by assisting in product development, translating customer needs into innovative designs, and collaborating with experts to enhance product features...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Product Developer - Modular - Data Center
$79K - $104K *
Unlock potential by supporting product development through design sketches, technical drawings, and research. Collaborate with senior developers to translate customer needs into innovative solutions w...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Product Developer - Modular - Data Center
$79K - $104K *
Unlock potential by supporting product development through design sketches, technical drawings, and research. Collaborate with senior developers to translate customer needs into innovative solutions f...
2 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.