Data Center Technician

Eram Talent; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment company is seeking a knowledgeable Data Center Technician to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This role involves operating and supporting data center facilities on a 24x7 shift basis, ensuring safety and uptime. Responsibilities include server installation, environmental monitoring, and interfacing with vendors for hardware troubleshooting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of IT experience, including 3 years in data center operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in Data Center operations.
• Hands-on experience with server hardware installation and cabling.
• Basic understanding of data center electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support Data Center facilities on a 24x7 shift basis.
• Perform racking, de-racking, and physical installation of servers and network devices.
• Monitor and record environmental and facility systems.

Skills

Server hardware installation

Troubleshooting

Cabling (copper and fiber)

Windows Server

Linux system administration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science, IT, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Eram Talent is currently looking for a knowledgeable and motivated Data Center Technician to join our team in Saudi Arabia.

Data Center Technician perform 24x7 shifts for Data Centers and handle incidents to ensure safety requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and support Data Center facilities on a 24x7 shift basis, ensuring safety and uptime.
• Perform racking, de-racking, and physical installation of servers, network devices, power, KVM, and cabling.
• Handle copper and fiber cabling in compliance with TIA-942 standards.
• Monitor and record environmental and facility systems including power, HVAC, fire detection/suppression, temperature, and humidity.
• Perform break/fix support for Windows and Linux servers in coordination with system owners and hardware vendors.
• Conduct basic OS installation and server configuration.
• Ensure data center security, including access control, visitor logging, escorting, and work permit compliance.
• Interface with vendors (HP, Dell, Sun, Supermicro) for hardware implementation and troubleshooting.
• Prepare end-of-shift reports and maintain accurate documentation of changes.
• Participate in on-call rotation, night/weekend shifts, and other operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science, IT, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in Data Center operations.
• Hands‑on experience with server hardware installation, troubleshooting, and cabling (copper and fiber).
• Intermediate knowledge of Windows Server and Linux installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of data center electrical and mechanical systems, including UPS, power circuits, and HVAC.
• Familiarity with data center safety, security, and operational SOPs.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic documentation/reporting.
• Ability to work shifts, nights, weekends, and on-call schedules.