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.
Data Center Site Program Manager
$159K - $230K *
Empower teams to drive innovative solutions in data center operations. Lead complex projects, manage schedules, and collaborate across functions to ensure seamless execution and delivery of cutting-ed...
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Data Center Site Program Manager
$132K - $189K *
Drive impactful projects by leading cross-functional teams to enhance data center operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and effective communication, while leveraging anal...
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Data Center Site Program Manager
$159K - $230K *
Empower teams by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive innovation and efficiency in data center operations, ensuring seamless collaboration across global stakeholders and delivering...
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Data Center Commissioning Agent
$85K - $100K *
Engage in the commissioning process for data centers, ensuring systems perform optimally from design to testing. Collaborate with teams, conduct site observations, and document results to support miss...
1 week ago
Data Center Controls Tech, Controls Deployment Service
$86K - $150K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on optimizing critical infrastructure systems in data centers. Collaborate with experts to enhance Building Management and Electrical Power Moni...
Reposted 3 days ago
Data Center Chief Engineer - Nights
$111K - $186K *
Drive your career forward by overseeing critical data center operations. Lead maintenance, manage projects, and ensure peak efficiency of electrical and mechanical systems while collaborating with div...
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Data Center Facility Manager, Data Center Engineering Operation
$116K - $173K *
Oversee critical operations within a data center, ensuring high-quality performance and safety. Manage teams of technicians, coordinate with vendors, and lead improvement projects while maintaining op...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Data Center Services Mechanical Engineer Metro Lead
$144K - $208K *
Engineer innovative cooling solutions for data centers, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate with contractors and teams to bridge design and execution, driving efficiency and relia...
3 weeks ago
Data Center IT Infrastructure Technician
$68K - $97K *
Unlock efficiency in data center operations by supporting client requests, troubleshooting hardware, and managing documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless infrastructure management and...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion innovative data center network architectures, driving automation and scalability for private and hybrid cloud platforms. Lead technical direction and engineering solutions in a multi-vendor e...
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Datacenter Engineer (TS/SCI Full Scope - 177596
$155K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by supporting secure government infrastructure. Collaborate with a team to build and maintain mission-critical networks and systems in a SCIF environment, ensuring compliance and...
5 days ago
$82K - $144K *
Elevate your career by developing a cost management solution for a global team. Drive product roadmaps, manage program communications, and enhance user training while collaborating across diverse disc...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage and oversee data center operations, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Lead engineering teams, coordinate vendor relationships, and maintain compliance with regulations while fostering a...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in managing a dedicated team to ensure optimal performance and maintenance of critical data center operations, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration while meeting client...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team in a critical data center environment, ensuring uptime and continuous improvement while managing client relationships and compliance with...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive operational excellence as you lead a high-performing team in managing critical infrastructure. Ensure uptime, foster growth, and enhance processes in a dynamic data center environment. Make a si...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading a high-performing team in critical infrastructure management, ensuring uptime and continuous improvement in a dynamic data center environment...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading a high-performing team in critical infrastructure. Drive operational excellence and ensure uptime in a dynamic data center environment while fostering growth and continu...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing critical infrastructure operations, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Oversee a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement, and maintain high standards in a fast-p...
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Data Center Operations Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Transform data centre operations by performing hands-on maintenance, managing infrastructure, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and support a leading cryptocurren...
1 week ago
$75K - $100K *
Unlock potential by ensuring reliable, scalable, and efficient data center infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to innovate, maintain server and networking systems, and enhance operational efficie...
Reposted 6 days ago
$75K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data center reliability and efficiency. Your expertise in server, networking, and environmental systems will ensure optimal performance and scalability while...
Reposted 6 days ago
$57K - $104K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role ensuring operational integrity of data center systems. Collaborate on mechanical, electrical, and fire safety systems to maximize uptime and efficiency while maint...
2 days ago
Electrical Engineer - Data Center
$95K - $115K *
Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality electrical designs for data centers. Utilize your expertise in mission-critical systems, mentor junior engineers, and drive projects from c...
Reposted 6 days ago
Datacenter Construction Supervisor + Thermal + AC Power
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of data center construction by leading large-scale projects. Oversee on-site operations, manage vendors, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while delivering proje...
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.