Data Center Technician - Canada - London - On-site

Reboot Monkeys B.V.; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in IT solutions is seeking skilled Freelance Data Center Technicians to join their dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility to work around your existing commitments while providing essential support to global data centers. As a key player, you will be responsible for hardware installation, troubleshooting complex issues, and managing network operations. With a focus on maintaining optimal performance and reliability, you'll contribute to high standards of service excellence. This opportunity allows you to work independently while collaborating with remote teams, making it ideal for professionals looking to grow in the field of data center management.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Environment

Competitive Compensation

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data center operations, preferably in freelance roles.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper devices, and managing Linux/Windows systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and networking equipment.
• Monitor operations and troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Collaborate with remote teams to enhance data center operations.

Skills

Data Center Operations

Troubleshooting

Network Management

Linux Systems Management

Windows Systems Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Cisco Networking Devices

Juniper Networking Devices

VMware

Hyper-V

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Location:

London, Canada

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Posted:

23.03.2025

Expiry Date:

07.05.2025

Job Description:

Reboot Monkey is a global leader in IT solutions, specializing in data center management that simplifies your IT operations. We provide hosting space, future-proof upgrades, and 24/7 support through our smart or remote hands, ensuring seamless, secure, and sustainable service. Our fully remote, round-the-clock management frees businesses from supervision hassles, setting new benchmarks in data center solutions. We’re seeking skilled Freelance Data Center Technicians to join our growing team. If you have expertise in data center operations and want flexible work, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Overview:

As a Freelance Data Center Technician, you will play a key role in delivering on-demand support to our global data centers. Your responsibilities will include hardware installation, troubleshooting complex issues, and managing network operations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. We’re looking for someone with deep expertise in data center equipment and software who can work independently while collaborating with remote teams. In this role, you’ll be essential to maintaining smooth, secure, and efficient data center operations, contributing to our high standards of service excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networking equipment, and other hardware to ensure optimal performance and maximum uptime.
• Monitor data center operations both remotely and on-site, quickly diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot networking devices, including Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Manage and troubleshoot both Linux and Windows-based systems, performing essential updates, patches, and security enhancements.
• Document all installations, repairs, maintenance tasks, and system performance.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to protect the integrity of the data center infrastructure.
• Collaborate with remote IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance data center operations.

What We Offer:

Flexibility: Work around your existing freelance or permanent job.

Professional Environment: Join a professional work environment where you can reconnect with the practical side of IT.

Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive rewards for your compensation and efforts.

Growth Opportunities: Work with compelling clients and seize opportunities to grow in your field.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in data center operations, with a strong focus on independent or freelance projects.
• Technical Skills: Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper networking devices; strong proficiency in managing and troubleshooting Windows and Linux-based systems; solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, VLANs); experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V is a plus.
• Certifications: Valid certifications like Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS, or CompTIA Linux+ are highly desirable.
• General Requirements: Ability to travel to various data center locations on short notice; flexibility to work outside regular hours, including nights and weekends if required; must have access to necessary tools and equipment; strong problem-solving skills; excellent communication skills for collaboration with remote teams.