Data Center Technician - AU - Waterloo - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Waterloo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Benefits package included

Job summary

A data center services company is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for a full-time on-site position in Waterloo, Australia. The role includes performing hardware installations, cabling, and troubleshooting connectivity issues. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in IT infrastructure, strong cabling skills, and preferably relevant certifications. This position offers career growth opportunities and requires professional communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) preferred.
• Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Document all work with photos and detailed notes.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.

Skills

Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single‑mode/multi‑mode fiber)

Professional communication skills in English

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Tools

Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers, label makers, fiber inspection equipment

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for full‑time work in Waterloo, AU. This is an on‑site position supporting mission‑critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

Engagement Type

• Full‑time permanent position
• Standard working hours with on‑call rotation
• Career growth opportunities
• Benefits package included

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber optic)
• Conduct server racking, stacking, and labeling
• Perform cross‑connects and patch panel work
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues
• Document all work with photos and detailed notes
• Coordinate with remote NOC and client teams
• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single‑mode/multi‑mode fiber)
• Experience with server hardware (Dell, HP, Supermicro)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments
• Own transportation and ability to work on‑site
• Professional communication skills in English
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred
• Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred
• Experience with DCIM and ticketing systems - preferred
• Familiarity with major colocation providers - preferred
• Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers, label makers, fiber inspection equipment