Data Center Operations Technician

Excelgens Consulting Sverige AB; Paris; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelgens Consulting Sverige AB is seeking a Datacenter Ops Technician to support hardware, IT systems, and cabling across company and customer data centers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and eager to grow in data center infrastructure and operations, with 2+ years in server hardware and experience with Linux/Windows environments.

Responsibilities include installing and powering equipment, following SOPs, handling tickets per SLAs, and collaborating with teams in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years in server hardware and datacenter operations.
• Familiar with diagnostic tools, firmware updates, imaging processes.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Experience with Linux/Windows environments; scripting a plus.
• Knowledge of virtual machines and data center tools.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Server+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, stage, and power up/down servers, racks, hard drives, and switches.
• Perform basic hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify issues quickly.
• Handle tickets in line with SLAs/KPIs and escalate incidents when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols, daily briefings, and operational checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organized data center environment and ensure proper documentation (SOPs, KB articles, logs).
• Collaborate with technicians and internal teams to support smooth operations.

Skills

Server hardware

Datacenter environment

Diagnostic tools

Firmware updates

Imaging processes

English communication

Linux/Windows

Scripting

Virtual machines

PXE

Data center tools

CompTIA A+

Server+

Teamwork

Job description

NOTE: WE ARE NOT SPONSORING VISA AT THIS MOMENT, APPLICANT SHOULD HAVE A VALID WORK PERMIT OR EU CITIZEN.

We are hiring a Datacenter Ops Technician to support hardware, IT systems, and cabling operations across company and customer data centers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and eager to grow in data center infrastructure and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, stage, and power up/down servers, racks, hard drives, and switches.
• Perform basic hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify issues quickly.
• Handle tickets in line with SLAs/KPIs and escalate incidents when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols, daily briefings, and operational checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organized data center environment and ensure proper documentation (SOPs, KB articles, logs).
• Collaborate with technicians and internal teams to support smooth operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2+ years of Experience in server hardware, system components, and failure types within a Datacenter Environment.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools, firmware updates, or imaging processes.
• Should be able to communicate in English.
• Experience with Linux/Windows environments; scripting skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of virtual machines, PXE, or data center tools is an advantage.
• Certifications like CompTIA A+, Server+, or equivalent training preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, stand/walk for long periods, and follow safety procedures.
• Strong teamwork attitude with the ability to work independently when required.