Data Center Technician - France - Saint Etienne du Rouvray - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey is seeking an experienced data center technician for freelance, on-site work in Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray, France. You will handle hardware installations, migrations, and structured cabling in mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities include racking, labeling, cross-connects, and patch panel work, with strict documentation and coordination with remote NOC and client teams. 2+ years of data center or IT infra experience and English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in data center or IT infrastructure.
• Professional English communication.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs and work on raised floors.
• Own transportation and on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber optic).
• Server racking, stacking, and labeling.
• Cross-connects and patch panel work.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.
• Document work with photos and detailed notes.
• Coordinate with remote NOC and client teams.

Skills

Data center experience

Cabling skills

English communication

On-site work

Education

Data center certifications (preferred)

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Server hardware (Dell/HP/Supermicro)

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Saint Etienne du Rouvray, France. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

Compensation

€21-29/hr (EUR hourly)

Rates vary based on experience level and project complexity. Emergency and after-hours work may qualify for premium rates.

Engagement Type

• Contract/Freelance basis
• Flexible scheduling available
• Project-based or ongoing support
• Remote hands and smart hands services

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